Tenuta di Arceno Toscana IGT Arcanum 2016

Tenuta di Arceno Toscana IGT Arcanum 2016 is a striking 100% Cabernet Franc from one of Tuscany’s most historic estates, combining Cabernet Franc’s finesse with the warmth and depth of the southern Chianti Classico hills. Sourced from 10 distinct plots and crafted with a meticulous hand, it’s a wine that balances power, precision, and elegance. With deep roots in the Etruscan past and a modern reputation for excellence, Arcanum is one of the estate’s most celebrated wines.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a deep crimson core with impressive intensity. The nose opens beautifully with raspberry, ripe plum, violet, rose petals, sage, thyme, and a subtle graphite-like lift, while more nuanced aromas of cassis, eucalyptus, and sweet oak add complexity. The palate is rich and concentrated yet remarkably fresh, offering layers of cherry, wild strawberry, blackcurrant, licorice, white pepper, and truffle. The tannins are refined and polished, the acidity keeps everything focused, and the finish is long, savory, and lightly toasted with notes of cocoa and milk chocolate. This is a wine with excellent aging potential and will continue to develop beautifully over time.

Production
Tenuta di Arceno lies in the southernmost part of Chianti Classico, in Castelnuovo Berardenga, where vineyards sit at 300-500 meters above sea level across varied slopes and soils. The Cabernet Franc for Arcanum comes from 10 carefully selected plots with sandy clay soils and excellent sun exposure, benefiting from cool mountain breezes from the north and warmer winds from the south. The grapes are harvested with strict selection, then the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, 80% of them new, to build structure, depth, and complexity.

Food & Serving
This is a superb match for grilled ribeye, roasted lamb, venison, beef tenderloin, and rich mushroom dishes, as well as aged hard cheeses. Serve at 16-18°C, and consider decanting for 1-2 hours to allow the aromatics and texture to fully open, especially in its youth.

Producer
Tenuta di Arceno is a historic Tuscan estate that has produced wine since the 16th century and takes its name from the Etruscan word archè, meaning “origin” or “place of beginnings.” Over the centuries it passed through the hands of the Del Taja and Piccolomini families before being acquired in 1994 by Jess Jackson and Barbara Banke of Jackson Family Wines. Today, the estate is recognized for its extensive vineyards, diverse terroir, and precise cru-based farming, making it one of the most respected producers in the region.

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