Le Caniette Azienda Agricola
Rosso Piceno Superiore Nero di Vite 2017
| Denomination | DOC Rosso Piceno Superiore |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Marche (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 50% Montepulciano, 50% Sangiovese |
| Aging | Malolactic fermentation; ageing in new French oak barriques for 36 months and at least 10 months in bottle |
- Identity and origin: Rosso Piceno DOC Riserva organic from Marche, Le Caniette, 2017
- Grape variety and alcohol content: Montepulciano and Sangiovese with Grenache; 14.5% vol, 0.75 l
- Vinification: Maceration for 6-9 days in oak vats; malolactic fermentation
- Ageing and style: 36 months in new French barriques plus 10 months in bottle, unfiltered
- Profile and pairings: Morello cherry, blackberry, spices, graphite, chocolate; ideal with game
Description
What kind of wine it is
Nero di Vite by Le Caniette is an organic red wine that powerfully expresses the character of the Marche region, born from a careful blend of Montepulciano, Sangiovese and Grenache. Interpreting the style of Rosso Piceno Superiore, it offers a structured and complex flavour profile, characterised by a dark and deep colour. On the palate, it is warm and enveloping, standing out for its remarkable persistence. The velvety tannins blend with notes of blackberry, spices and bitter chocolate, creating a perfectly balanced tasting experience. This expression of the territory is offered without filtration, preserving its extraordinary material richness.
Where it comes from
This label comes to life in the area of Ripatransone, in the province of Ascoli Piceno, from the historic districts of Piaggiole and Canali. The vineyards stretch at an altitude between 280 and 400 metres and are cultivated according to the strict principles of organic farming. The spur-pruned cordon training on a mixed limestone soil ensures a clear flavour texture, enriched by elegant mineral notes. To guarantee a high aromatic concentration, Le Caniette rigorously manages deliberately low yields. An approach based on respect for nature that authentically enhances the cultivated varieties.
How it is produced
The winemaking process aims to extract structure and colour in a balanced way, starting with a maceration on the skins in oak vats. After malolactic fermentation, the wine begins a maturation journey that defines its complex soul. It rests for thirty-six months in new French oak barrels, a period that enriches the bouquet with notes of black cherry, coffee and graphite. This is followed by a careful bottle ageing of at least ten months, which harmonises every element before tasting. The absence of invasive interventions results in a red wine with a decisive and authentic personality.
History and Curiosities
The Nero di Vite 2017 is a prestigious organic Rosso Piceno from the Le Caniette winery. Produced from low yields in the Ripatransone area, this wine enhances native grape varieties through a sustainable approach. Its name pays homage to the pigment obtained from burnt vine shoots, historically used by Michelangelo, and reflects its intense dark hue. After ageing for 36 months in barrique, this unfiltered label releases enveloping notes of blackberry and graphite, revealing an imposing structure ideal for long ageing.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1897
- Oenologist: Giovanni Vagnoni
- Bottles produced: 140.000
- Hectares: 16
Le Caniette is known for its focus on native varietals, such as Pecorino, Montepulciano, and Grenache, and for its focus on quality over quantity. The vineyards are located on terraces offering breathtaking views, surrounded by vineyard-covered hills and mountains.
The style of Le Caniette wines is characterized by elegance and purity, with products that express the traditions of the Marche region, but with a modern and respectful interpretation of nature. The winery offers an authentic experience for wine lovers, offering the opportunity to come into direct contact with nature and the winemaking process. Read more
| Name | Le Caniette Rosso Piceno Superiore Nero di Vite 2017 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Rosso Piceno DOC |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 50% Montepulciano, 50% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Marche |
| Vendor | Le Caniette Azienda Agricola |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Nero di Vite 2017 is a prestigious organic Rosso Piceno from the Le Caniette winery. Produced from low yields in the Ripatransone area, this wine enhances native grape varieties through a sustainable approach. Its name pays homage to the pigment obtained from burnt vine shoots, historically used by Michelangelo, and reflects its intense dark hue. After ageing for 36 months in barrique, this unfiltered label releases enveloping notes of blackberry and graphite, revealing an imposing structure ideal for long ageing. |
| Origin | Ripatransone (Ascoli Piceno), Contrada Piaggiole e Contrada Canali |
| Soil composition | Loose mixed soil with the presence of limestone |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon |
| Plants per hectare | 5000 |
| Yield per hectare | Circa 40 q/ha |
| Production technique | Maceration for 6-9 days in 60 hl oak vats; malolactic fermentation; ageing in new French oak barriques for 36 months and at least 10 months in bottle; unfiltered |
| Wine making | Maceration for 6-9 days in 60 hl oak vats; malolactic fermentation; ageing in new French oak barriques for 36 months and at least 10 months in bottle; unfiltered. |
| Aging | Malolactic fermentation; ageing in new French oak barriques for 36 months and at least 10 months in bottle |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |