1995 Ambra Carmignano Vigna Alte di Montalbiolo Riserva

Carmignano is a small DOCG west of Florence known for adventuresome Sangiovese based wines. The appellation has only about 750 vineyard acres and it is dominated by several large producers. Appellation regulations in Carmignano require that along with at least 50% Sangiovese, wines must include percent Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and/or Canaiolo Nero. The blends can result in wines exhibiting the most interesting characteristics of all the grapes included.

This red grape is largely grown in central Italy. As the sole component or in a blend, it gives us Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Morellino and Super Tuscans, among other favorites wines. The name is derived from the Latin for “blood of Jove.”