Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva

ヴィーノ・ノービレ・ディ・モンテプルチャーノ・リゼルヴァ

Carpineto

Sangiovese · Canaiolo

About this wine

The Riserva expression of Carpineto's Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, aged longer in a combination of Slavonian and French oak (18-24 months) followed by 12 months in bottle. It shows a brilliant ruby red tending to garnet, with an ethereal, elegant bouquet of violet, wood, strawberry, cocoa, and vanilla.

Beginner's Note

A more serious, structured step up for those who already enjoy the standard Vino Nobile.

Sommelier's Note

"The extended oak and bottle aging give this Riserva a genuinely ethereal quality — violet and cocoa notes that few Vino Nobile bottlings achieve at this level."

Food Pairings

A natural partner for slow-braised beef, wild game stews, and truffle risotto — dishes with enough weight to match its structure.

When to drink it

Anniversaries, formal dinners, cellar-worthy gifts

Specs

Grape Varieties
Sangiovese, Canaiolo
Style
Red
Alcohol
13.5%
Price Range
$32-45

Terroir & Winemaking

Prugnolo Gentile (Sangiovese) blended with Canaiolo; aged 18-24 months in a combination of Slavonian and French oak barrels, followed by a further 12 months of bottle aging before release, per DOCG Riserva requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this Riserva differ from the standard bottling?
It undergoes significantly longer oak aging (18-24 months vs. the standard's shorter cycle) plus an additional 12 months in bottle, resulting in greater complexity and softer tannins.
How long can it age in the cellar?
Well-stored bottles can continue developing for 10+ years from vintage, gaining leather, dried fruit, and forest-floor complexity.
What food does it pair with best?
Its structure and dried-fruit, cocoa-tinged profile pair beautifully with braised red meats, aged cheeses, and mushroom-based dishes.

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