About this wine
Vignavecchia is Cantina Mazzarri's Elba Rosso DOC sourced from the estate's oldest vines, blending Sangiovese with a smaller portion of Cabernet Franc. Compared to the Vignanuova bottling, it draws on more mature vineyard sites and shows a similarly bright ruby color with a fresh, savory palate.
A step up in depth from Vignanuova, while staying approachable and food-friendly.
Sommelier's Note
"If Vignanuova is Mazzarri's everyday red, Vignavecchia is the version made from vines that have earned a bit more respect."
Food Pairings
Suited to roasted meats, aged cheeses, and Elba's traditional stews built around local game.
When to drink it
Sunday roasts, gatherings with grilled or braised meats.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- No confirmed retail price found; estimated at roughly €9-11 at the winery based on the comparable Vignanuova bottling (reference estimate, not independently confirmed)
Terroir & Winemaking
Fruit is harvested from the estate's older vineyard parcels; vinified with traditional maceration and aged before release to allow additional integration compared to the estate's younger-vine bottling.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between Vignanuova and Vignavecchia?
- Both are Sangiovese-Cabernet Franc blends made as Elba Rosso DOC, but Vignavecchia comes from the estate's older vineyard parcels, while Vignanuova comes from newer plantings.
- What grapes are used in Vignavecchia?
- Primarily Sangiovese with a smaller portion of Cabernet Franc, the same blend base as Vignanuova.
- What does Vignavecchia taste like?
- A bright ruby-red wine with a fresh, savory palate and slightly more depth than the estate's younger-vine red.
- What food pairs with Vignavecchia?
- Roasted or braised meats and aged cheeses are classic pairings.
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