Salcheto Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2020

Salcheto Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2020 is a refined Tuscan red that showcases the depth and elegance Sangiovese can achieve in Montepulciano. Crafted from Sangiovese (including Sangiovese Grosso) with a touch of Colorino, this Riserva offers greater structure, complexity and aging potential than the estate’s classic Nobile. It’s a modern expression of a historically important appellation, where Vino Nobile di Montepulciano has been celebrated as one of Tuscany’s great wines for centuries.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2020 Riserva shows a deep, vibrant ruby core with garnet reflections at the rim, hinting at both concentration and refinement. The nose is layered and expressive, with aromas of ripe red cherry, black plum and dried violet interwoven with notes of tobacco leaf, leather, sweet spices, cedar and a subtle balsamic lift. On the palate, this wine is medium to full-bodied with a firm yet polished tannic structure, characteristic of top Sangiovese from Montepulciano. Flavors of sour cherry, wild berries and blood orange are supported by nuances of forest floor, licorice, cocoa and well-integrated oak. The acidity is bright and mouthwatering, giving the wine tension and freshness despite its richness. This Riserva is already enjoyable in its youth but has the balance and structure to evolve gracefully for 8–12 years from the vintage, gaining more tertiary notes of leather, truffle and dried herbs over time.

Production
The grapes for Salcheto Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva come from estate vineyards around Montepulciano, where altitude, well-drained clay and limestone soils, and a continental Tuscan climate combine to give Sangiovese its aromatic lift and refined tannins. Salcheto is known for its environmentally conscious, organic approach, typically harvesting by hand to ensure careful selection of bunches at optimal ripeness. In the cellar, the grapes are gently destemmed and fermented with a focus on preserving fruit purity and terroir expression, often using controlled temperatures and extended maceration for deeper color and structure. The Riserva is then aged longer than the regular Nobile—traditionally in a mix of oak vessels—to allow the tannins to soften and the flavors to knit together, before a further period of bottle aging prior to release.

Food & Serving
This Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva is a natural partner for rich Tuscan-inspired dishes: think bistecca alla fiorentina, slow-braised beef or lamb, game birds, or wild boar ragù over pappardelle. It also works beautifully with aged hard cheeses such as pecorino Toscano or Parmigiano Reggiano, and mushroom-based dishes like porcini risotto. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight both the fruit and the savory nuances. Decanting for 45–60 minutes is recommended, especially in the wine’s first years, to help the bouquet open and the tannins relax.

Producer
Salcheto is a pioneering estate based near Montepulciano in Tuscany, widely recognized for its commitment to sustainability, organic viticulture and energy self-sufficiency. Named after a local stream, the winery has become a benchmark for modern Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, combining respect for tradition with cutting-edge eco-friendly practices, including a famously low environmental footprint in the cellar. Over the years, Salcheto has contributed to raising the profile of Montepulciano’s wines on the international stage, earning critical acclaim for the purity, balance and terroir expression of its Sangiovese-based reds, with the Riserva bottlings standing as some of the estate’s most serious and ageworthy offerings.

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