Aia Vecchia, 'Lagone,' Toscana IGT, Italy, 2022

Overview of the Wine
The Pellegrini family, Aia Vecchia's owners, have been grape growers in the Bolgheri area for several generations and have sold their grapes to many of the most notable wineries in the region for decades.

After replanting their original vineyards in 1995, the following year they took the plunge and established their own winery with the goal of creating a portfolio of small-lot, high-quality Super Tuscan blends focusing on Bordeaux grape varieties.
With the help of the famous Hungarian winemaker Tibor Gal, the Pellegrini family purchased exceptional property in the Bolgheri DOC where the fusion of the microclimate, terrain and elevation creates an ideal location for growing premium grapes Aia Vecchia recruited well-known agronomist Daniel Schuster to assist with choosing varieties, clones, and different rootstocks, which come directly from Bordeaux in order to ensure the quality.

Winemaker
Tibor Gal

Grape / Blend
60% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc

Origin
Tuscany, Italy

Winemaker's Tasting Notes
In the glass, the wine is deep ruby with purple hues. On the nose, the wine is delicate with notes of cherry, vanilla, raw beef and herbs. On the palate, it is dry, structured and elegant with flavors
of plum, ripe cherries, wild berries and a hint of spice, followed by a lengthy and smooth finish that begs for food.

This wine is very versatile and would pair well with both red and white meats, various pasta dishes and hard cheeses.

Product size: 750ml