Tenuta Argentiera - Bolgheri Poggio Ai Ginepri 2023

Tenuta Argentiera stands in a magnificent patch of land in the Maremma that blends countryside and sea, suspended between woods and Mediterranean scrub. The Argentiera estate covers 75 hectares of breathtakingly beautiful Tuscan coast, approximately 100 km southwest of Florence. In the prestigious DOC of Bolgheri, Argentiera is the estate closest to the sea and also highest in altitude, making the land and microclimate especially well-suited to growing incredible red grapes. The estate is considered among the most beautiful in Italy, with its spectacular view of the islands of the Tuscan archipelago.

Tenuta Argentiera lies on the ancient Donoratico Estate.  Formerly the summer home of the notable Serristori family of Florence, the estate is now owned by the Fratini brothers who have made significant investments in the vineyards, winery and cellars over the past decade.  Originally the site of precious metal deposits, Argentiera derives its name from the Italian noun “Argento”, or silver.  This minerality that permeates the variety of soils on the estate is characteristically present in the wines.  Argentiera has been crafting wonderful wines for over a decade, however it was only with their first Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri award did they start garnering the praise they deserve. 

The Argentiera Estate spans over 500 hectares, but only a scant 75 are dedicated to vineyards.  All of the estate’s plantings lie within the broad Bolgheri DOC. Their soils range from calcareous and stony to sandy to mineral and pebbly, lending complexity to the Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Syrah. The vineyards are surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation and the countryside is flush with maritime pines and olive tree groves. Argentiera has five main vineyard sites, ranging in elevation from 80-220 meters above sea level: Argentiera, Ginestre, Ventaglio, Porcarecce, and Ceccosodo. Every plot is harvested and vinified separately, exclusively in stainless steel, to preserve the character and fruity complexity lent by terroir variations. The wineries and cellars themselves are made of recycled or traditional materials such as terracotta and baked roofing tiles.

Fermentation and maceration: 25 days at controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks Malolactic fermentation: 50% in stainless steel tanks and 50% in used 225-litre French oak barrels. Aging: 6 months, 50% in stainless steel tanks and 50% in used 225- litre French oak barrels. Bottle aging: 3 months.

Poggio ai Ginepri was the first wine produced by Argentiera, in 2002, from the area of the same name. It has become one this wine production area’s most recognisable wines. An endless dance of extreme pleasure and delicacy that accelerates sip after sip.

Cabernet Sauvignon 40% Merlot 30% Cabernet Franc 20% Petit Verdot 10%.

"Crunchy and fragrant wine, almost vinous, with blackberries and black cherries, flowers, Mediterranean spices and cedar. Medium-bodied, crunchy palate with velvety tannins and a more biting yet fresh finish. A blend of 40% cabernet sauvignon, 30% merlot, 20% cabernet franc and 10% petit verdot. Drink now." - 92 Points, James Suckling

Producer: Tenuta Argentiera

Country: Italy

Region: Tuscany

Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

Appellation: Bolgheri

Vintage: 2023

Size: 750ml