Carmignano DOCG 

Sangiovese 70% Cabernet Sauvignon 15% Cabernet Franc 5% Merlot 10%

Name: Carmione comes from a play on words by Fabrizio on the name Carmignano, made distinctive in the form “Carmione.”

Label: Designed by Marcello Scuffi, it features the drawing of a train, personalized with the word “Carmignano”: Scuffi imagined it as a train bound for Carmignano.

Vineyard: Guyot training system, planting density of 6,250 vines/ha. Medium-textured stony soil, derived from Alberese-type marly limestone, argillaceous schists (Eocene) and sandstones (Oligocene), with a medium-to-high presence of skeletal material.

Climate: The Apennine influence produces marked temperature swings, especially in summer, in a particularly well-suited environment.

Farming practice: Organic.

Harvest: By hand, in 15 kg crates.

Vinification: Stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature for approximately 25 days.

Ageing: Approximately 12 months in first- and second-use French oak barriques; after bottling, it rests in the bottle before release.

Tasting notes: Very intense ruby red color. Broad aromas, with notes of fruit, cassis and spice — refined, elegant and persistent. On the palate, powerful structure combined with measured balance: a full, refined and well-balanced taste, with soft, tight and dense tannins, well-integrated, accompanied by fresh acidity that lingers in fruity and spicy notes. Elegant finish.

Food pairings: Premium cured meat appetizers, grilled red meat dishes, aged cheeses.

Serving temperature: 15-18°C