Terra Argillosa Marche Rosso IGT Peti Verdo 2013

Terra Argillosa extends over six hectares and wines are the result of never-ending research for purity. Vineyards are 180 metres above sea level, with a dense structure of about 5500 stumps per hectare. The winemaking team focuses on growing indigenous grapes to fully respect the traditions of the region.

Petit Verdot is a late-ripening variety, normally associated with Bordeaux (where it is used in small quantities for blending), and ripens more reliably in Italy’s warmer climate. Slow fermentation, several days on the skins with continuous pumping over, 12 months ageing, in new and second-passage French oak barrels, followed by 48 months in bottle. Intense and elegant nose, that opens with a hint of green pepper balanced by a sweet note of vanilla, lavender; then plum, sour cherry, pepper and liquorice. The palate is full-bodied and well-structured with flavours of ripe plum, vanilla, leather and spice finish. Taste orchestrated by perfectly integrated tannins in synergy with freshness, giving it depth and liveliness.