Boscarelli
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 12% Colorino, Sangiovese, Sangiovese Grosso |
| Aging | The Riserva is aged in Slavonian or French oak barrels with a capacity ranging from 5 to 25 hl; maturation lasts from 28 to 32 months. Before being released for sale, the wine is refined in the bottle for several months. |
- Tuscan origin: grapes sourced from Cervognano di Montepulciano, hand-harvested
- Extended ageing: 28-32 months in Slavonian or French oak barrels
- Intense aromas: notes of cherry, morello cherry, dried rose, balsamic and tobacco
- Balanced taste: warm and solid structure, lively acidity and well-integrated dense tannins
- Serving and pairings: 14% ABV, decant for 1 hour; ideal with meats and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva by Boscarelli is a still red Tuscan wine with a ruby hue, a true expression of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The bouquet releases aromas of cherry and morello cherry, intertwined with dried rose, balsamic notes, hints of burnt wood, mineral nuances and dark tobacco. On the palate, it is warm and robust, offering a sip of excellent body supported by a lively acidic vein and dense tannins that are well integrated, ensuring balance and aromatic persistence.
Where it comes from
This Riserva originates from the vineyards of Cervognano di Montepulciano, linked to the history of the Boscarelli family since 1962. The vines grow on calcareous soils of alluvial and sandy origin, composed of silt, clay and a marked mineral component. The presence of stony skeleton, which varies according to the exposure of the rows, directly influences the quality of the grapes. The soil composition gives the wine a tense flavour profile, defining a character in which mineral notes blend harmoniously with fruity and balsamic hints.
How it is produced
The production process begins with the manual harvesting of the grapes, followed by destemming and gentle pressing. Fermentation takes place in oak vats thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts at controlled temperatures, with manual pumping over and punching down. A subsequent maceration phase encourages phenolic extraction. The long ageing process takes place in Slavonian or French oak barrels for a period ranging from twenty-eight to thirty-two months. A further rest in the bottle completes the wine's evolution, making it ideal to accompany meat dishes and mature cheeses.
History and Curiosities
Born from a family tradition that began in 1962 in Cervognano, the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva by Boscarelli expresses the authentic soul of the Tuscan region. The grapes, meticulously hand-picked, ferment in wooden vats with indigenous yeasts, then mature during a long ageing process in French and Slavonian oak for a period of 28 to 32 months. This artisanal dedication gives rise to a warm and vibrant red wine, awarded 95 points by Decanter and the Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso, capable of delivering deep balsamic and mineral notes.
Awards
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2021
95/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2021
3This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2021
95/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
95/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1962
- Oenologist: Maurizio Castelli, Luca De Ferrari
- Bottles produced: 100.000
- Hectares: 22
Born into an old Poliziana family in the Montepulciano region of the Siena countryside, he later graduated with a degree in economics and business. He spent most of his life working as an International broker in Genoa and Milan.
However, his infinite passion for wine and deep knowledge of his home region induced him to buy two semi-abandoned small farms in Cervognano of Montepulciano, a stunning corner of old Etruscan Tuscany. The ancient soils had long been cultivated in the traditional way with different annual crops and small vineyards.
Egidio’s dream and vision were embraced and invigorated by his daughter Paola and her husband Ippolito De Ferrari. Driven by their strong determination and dedication, they started Poderi Boscarelli in the ’60s. The development that followed brought renewed life to the age-old farming estate as Paola and Ippolito planted their first specialized vineyards at a density of 3,500 plants per hectare. They also built the first winery by renovating and adapting old stables.
The original spirit of the estate has now passed to the third generation of the family. Each day Luca and Nicolò De Ferrari, Paola and Ippolito's sons, bring that same passion to wine production as they work to infuse each bottle with the aromas and flavours that Grandpa Egidio loved and searched for. Luca and Nicolò reselect and replant vineyards that continue to express the scents and range of characteristics of the incredible land that nurtures them. Read more
| Name | Boscarelli Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 12% Colorino, Sangiovese, Sangiovese Grosso |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Boscarelli |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born from a family tradition that began in 1962 in Cervognano, the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva by Boscarelli expresses the authentic soul of the Tuscan region. The grapes, meticulously hand-picked, ferment in wooden vats with indigenous yeasts, then mature during a long ageing process in French and Slavonian oak for a period of 28 to 32 months. This artisanal dedication gives rise to a warm and vibrant red wine, awarded 95 points by Decanter and the Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso, capable of delivering deep balsamic and mineral notes. |
| Origin | Cervognano di Montepulciano (SI) |
| Soil composition | Calcareous soils, of alluvial and sandy origin with a good percentage of silt, clay and minerals, as well as rich in stony framework varying according to the lay of the land. |
| Plants per hectare | 6500 |
| Fermentation temperature | Between 28 and 30 °C |
| Fermentation | Approximately 10 days |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting of the grapes; fermentation in oak vats with indigenous yeasts; ageing in Slavonian or French oak |
| Wine making | The grapes are harvested by hand and transported in crates; after destemming and gentle pressing, they ferment in oak vats filled to no more than two thirds. Indigenous yeasts are used for fermentation, which lasts about 10 days at a controlled temperature between 28 and 30°C, with manual pumping over and punching down of the cap. Maceration may continue for a further 5-8 days after fermentation. |
| Aging | The Riserva is aged in Slavonian or French oak barrels with a capacity ranging from 5 to 25 hl; maturation lasts from 28 to 32 months. Before being released for sale, the wine is refined in the bottle for several months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |