Cabernet Franc IGT Toscana

Italy
Tuscany
2023

100% Cabernet Franc, this is part of Ampeleia's 'Monovarietali' project, highlighting single varieties and single vineyards whose special characteristics precluded them from blending in other wines. The grapes are sourced from a single parcel called "Vigna all'Asina," This vineyard sits at 500 meters above sea level. Fruit was harvested in the beginning of October at yields of 30 hl/ha. Vinification is part carbonic (20% whole cluster) and the rest destemmed. Macerations lasted around 2 weeks.  Aged 9 months in cement tanks. 

93 points
"Ampeleia's 2023 Cabernet Franc is bold and racy right from the start: a burst of dark-toned fruit, leather, espresso, dried herbs and spice races out of the glass. Deep and resonant, the 2023 is quite primary today. Aeration releases attractive Franc aromatics and underlying saline notes that wrap it all together. This is so distinctive. Loire meets Maremma."
Antonio Galloni ,
Vinous
December 2024
94 points
"Intense nose of cassis and leaves. It seems to be simple, but instead has depth and multifaceted complexity of wet earth and smoke. Medium-bodied with good fruit concentration and firm, youthful tannins balanced by supple fruit and crisp, almost tingling acidity. Polished finish. Drinkable now, but best in two to three more years"
James Suckling ,
JamesSuckling.com
July 2024

SKU/Code: 
DB6276-23
Product Line: 
National Portfolio
Wine
Red
Varietal: 
Cabernet Franc
Farming Type: 
Biodynamic