2023 Piaggia "Pietranera" This parcel is a mere

This parcel is a mere 1/3 of an hectare and is planted to relatively young vines (15 years as of 2011)

After a direct pressing in an inert bladder press

Nicolas employed a single 40-hectoliter foudre (2013 origin) in the raising of this 2020 "Aux Combes

with flashes of purple on the swirl

The vines in the Pipparello vineyard are a minimum of 20 years old

2023 Piaggia "Pietranera" This parcel is a mereIntense and thick ruby red color. Complex on the nose, reminiscent of fruits of the forest jam, sweet spices, thyme and cocoa. Full bodied. Excellent balance between acids and tannins, with a persistent finish and a pleasant sweet, fresh and fruity follow through. It goes well with mature cheeses, red meat and game. Blend: 80% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Franc