Grifi
グリフィ
Avignonesi
Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile) · Cabernet Sauvignon
About this wine
A historic Super Tuscan blending Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and Cabernet Sauvignon in roughly equal measure, one of the estate's oldest bottlings. Deep ruby red with purple highlights, opening with ripe fruit and violet before evolving into graphite and delicate vanilla. Dense and well-structured on the palate, with plum and blueberry giving way to a balsamic, spicy finish. Aged around 18 months in a mix of French oak barriques and large Slavonian oak casks.
Seductive from day one, yet structured enough to reward patience — a great way to explore Sangiovese-Cabernet blends.
Sommelier's Note
"Grifi is the quiet elder statesman of Avignonesi's Super Tuscans — less flashy than Desiderio, but every bit as age-worthy and arguably more food-versatile."
Food Pairings
Excellent with beef short rib, venison, and bold Bolognese-style pasta. The firm tannins also suit aged hard cheeses.
When to drink it
Red-meat dinners, cellar-aged bottle showcases, gifting to Super Tuscan enthusiasts
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile), Cabernet Sauvignon
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14%
- Price Range
- $31-36
Terroir & Winemaking
A near equal blend of Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and Cabernet Sauvignon, one of Avignonesi's longest-running labels. Aged approximately 18 months in roughly 85% French oak barriques and 15% large Slavonian oak casks; capable of further development with 5-10 years of cellaring in strong vintages.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grapes make up Grifi?
- Grifi is a blend of roughly equal parts Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and Cabernet Sauvignon.
- Is Grifi one of Avignonesi's oldest wines?
- Yes, Grifi is one of the estate's longest-running Super Tuscan labels, predating many of Avignonesi's other IGT bottlings.
- What does Grifi taste like?
- Deep ruby red with notes of ripe fruit, violet, graphite and vanilla, a dense and structured palate of plum and blueberry, and a spicy, balsamic finish.
- What food pairs best with Grifi?
- Red meats such as beef short rib and venison, plus bold Bolognese-style pasta and aged hard cheeses.
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