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Notes from the Winemaker:
Aia Vecchia is the name of an old building which today is the center of a company deep in the Tuscany countryside between Bolgheri and Castagneto Carducci. This is an area where a favorable microclimate and ideally suited soils make possible the production of high quality wines. The particular vineyard location gives the vines a lot of light; both direct sunlight and sunlight reflected by the sea. Generally speaking, this allows an early harvest.
The property consists of approximately 170 acres of open ground: 48 are vineyards, 30 of which are under the Bolgheri DOC. The planted varieties are Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, which are used to produce Lagone and Sor Ugo. The Morellino di Scansano is produced in the estate of Magliano in Toscana (Grosseto) which consists of 25 acres of Sangiovese and Merlot. In the last few years, the winery has purchased additional acreage in order to increase their Bolgheri D.O.C. region production.
Both properties are owned by the Pellegrini family, grape growers in the area for several generations.
Region: Tuscany, Italy.
Grapes: Merlot 60%, Cabernet Sauvignon 35%, Cabernet Franc 5%.
Ageing: in various types of barriques for at least 12 months.
Refinement in bottle: 6 months.
Alcohol content: 13% vol.
Serving temperature: 18°C.
Serving suggestions: very versatile, accompanies both red and white meats and cheese.
What Does It Taste Like?
Lagone has a warm deep red colour close to purple.
Delicate aromas of Mediterranean wood and vanilla emphasize the
structured and elegant taste with intense notes of wild berries, ripe
juicy sour cherries and hints of sweet spices that leave the palate
satisfied and pleasantly sweet and dry. Tibor Gál has been able to
create a blend marked by the Italian "terroir" together with the
"finesse" of a great French red wine. The wine is well structured with a
strong and mellow texture. In short, a modern red wine of the best
qualty.
Ratings & Reviews
90 Points & "Smart Buy" - Wine Spectator Magazine:"Aromas of plum and dark fruits lead to a full body, with velvety tannins and a soft, caressing finish. Minerally and floral. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best after 2011. 10,800 cases made." –JS (10/31/2009)
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:"Aia Vecchia’s 2007 Lagone is a wonderful entry-level red from Tuscany’s Maremma. A blend of 60% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc, the Aia Vecchia emerges with dark red berries, grilled herbs and spices, showing lovely vibrancy and freshness all the way through to the finish. This is a great value and a fabulous introduction to the wines of Bolgheri. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2014." -Antonio Galloni (8/2010)
91 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine ('06 vintage):"Has sweet berry and fresh herbs on the nose. Full-bodied, with soft, velvety tannins and a long, rich finish. Tight now, but shows excellent potential. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best after 2010. 10,800 cases made." –JS (10/15/2008)
Serving suggestions: very versatile, accompanies both red and white meats and cheese.
Lagone 
