The 2023 Soave Classico Staforte wafts up with nuances of mint and sweet smoke before giving way to freshly sliced nectarines
typically a few months in stainless steel
This is an especially aromatic
Bursting with aromas of mint
The vineyards of Argiolas are located in Serdiana in the Trexenta hills just north of the capital of Cagliari
Ampeleia 16 File Cabernet Franc 2020 Carignan Blanc The 2023 Soave Classico Staforte95 points Vinous Media The 2020 16 File, 100% Cabernet Franc, is another stellar wine from Ampeleia. As the name states, it emerges from a 16 row parcel, in this case from deep soils rich in schist. The 2020 captures a striking mix of aromatic depth and Franc fruit, all framed by super polished tannins. Dark red plum, leather, dried flowers, spice, new leather and sweet pipe tobacco all soar from the glass. A mesmerizing, complex wine, the 16 File is