Piaggia Carmignano Riserva 2021

Piaggia is located in the heart of the Carmignano region of Tuscany. The total vineyard extension is approximately 15 hectares, divided between the area of S. Cristina a Mezzana and the municipality of Poggio a Caiano, both areas with a great potential for top quality wines. Mauro Vannucci started this activity in 1990 because of his great passion for great red wines, with the aim to produce wines up to the standard of Carmignano appellation. In its 30 years of existence, Piaggia has managed to solidly establish its place among the great wineries of the classic Tuscan DOC of Carmignano, being called by Gambero Rosso “one of the best wineries in Tuscany."

Vineyard Management: Piaggia is a practicing organic winery. Integrated insect and disease control is followed. Organic fertilizers, copper and sulphur-based products are mainly used, but the vineyards see no insecticides or herbicides. The soil between the rows of vines is tilled. Low doses of SO2 in the wines for preservation.

• The flagship wine of Piaggia
• 70% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot
• Medium-textured soil with clay and galestro
• 250 m. elevation
• Southwest exposure
• Vinified separately in small vats with indigenous yeasts
• Maceration on the skins from 18-28 days, with punch downs and pump overs
• Maturation in French oak barriques for 18 months, plus six months in bottle
• No fining or filtering
• 3000 cases produced annually

Very intense, almost impenetrable, clear ruby red colour. Aromas of ripe fruit, embellished with elegant hints of tobacco, chocolate and sweet spices. On the palate it expresses a powerful structure but also, with a measured balance, soft fruit against the round and mature tannins. The finish is long and fruity. It goes well with red meat and game, extra mature cheeses and quality cured meats. 

"If there is one estate that embodies the potential of Carmignano, Piaggia just might be it.” – Antonio Galloni

“The Carmignano Riserva is simply the best of the appellation.” – The Wine Advocate