Vino Nobile

Named for the town of Montepulciano, made with the noble Sangiovese grape and aged an extra-long 24 months, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is one of Tuscany’s greatest reds. It’s from the Barbanera family, makers of some of our most popular Tuscan reds. “Duca di Cardino” is the nickname of Barbanera family’s ancestor Orazio, who famously became known as “The Duke of Artichokes” for defeating Florentine invaders on a field filled with the spiky vegetables. “Generations later I strive to make...

To the Prugnolo Gentile grapes, which characterize the Montepulciano area, we dedicate the most attentive care because they express the full potential of a territory with a rich wine history. The result is our Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, structured, enduring, with intense aromas that faithfully represent its Tuscan origins and the ancient bond between land, man, and culture. Variety:85% Prugnolo Gentile15% Colorino, Canaiolo e MerlotAging: About 14-16 months in wood barrels. Two thirds in...