CASE PRICE = $12.99 per bottle (add 12+ quantity to
your basket)
Notes from the Winemaker:
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.
Characteristics: 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.
Serving suggestions: very versatile, accompanies both red and white meats and cheese.
Ratings & Reviews
91 Points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine:
"Lagone is a pleasurable and rich blend of Merlot, Cab Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Sangiovese that opens with rich, dark color and intense aromas of sweet spice, chocolate, cherry and tobacco. The wine feels chewy and smooth in the mouth with a long, velvety feel on the close." — M.L. (12/15/2010)
90 Points & "Smart Buy" - Wine Spectator Magazine:"A full, velvety and juicy red, delivering lots of Christmas pudding and dried fruit character on the nose and palate. Best after 2011. 12,500 cases made." –JS
(10/31/2010)
90 Points & "Smart Buy" - Wine Spectator Magazine (2007 vintage):"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 (2007 vintage):"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 (2006 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.
