Alicante Nero Costa Toscana IGT 2023 (BIO)

Ampeleia | Tuscany
Ampeleia s.a. s.r.l. | Loc. Meleta | IT 58028 Roccatederighi

09922423 · 0,75 l · 29,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

Ampeleias Alicante Nero epitomises their mission like no other wine. When Marco Tait and his team re-cultivated this almost forgotten autochthonous grape variety from the Alta Maremma in 2003, they set an example against the monoculture of international varieties. What was once suppressed to make room for fuller-bodied grape varieties is now proving to be one of the most authentic expressions of the Mediterranean terroir. The grapes come exclusively from the single vineyard "Vigna della Pieve" at an altitude of 250 metres, where sandy soils are interspersed with pebbles and conglomerates. This special soil composition gives the Alicante Nero its characteristic lightness and harmonious balance. As part of the "Monovarietali" project, this wine is vinified with the utmost care according to biodynamic principles.

After six months of ageing in cement tanks, the 2023 presents itself as a medium-bodied red with lively fruit. Aromas of red cherries and strawberries merge with floral notes of lavender and wild roses, while spicy accents of white pepper and Mediterranean herbal notes emphasise the complexity. The Mediterranean soul is evident on the palate: fresh and accessible, yet with a mineral depth reminiscent of graphite and earth. A wine that turns the rediscovery of forgotten traditions into an enjoyable experience. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fleshy and flavoursome wine with aromas of dark fruits, pressed flowers and a hint of anchovy. Fruity sweetness on the palate, with crisp acidity, taut chalky tannins and a dry finish." James Suckling

"The Alicante Nero 2023 has a deep, beguiling red colour. Black cherry, sage, menthol, dried flowers and incense give this deep, resonant wine a remarkable aromatic presence. Pretty floral accents and a hint of spice from the whole grape give it brilliance. Once again, Ampeleia's Alicante Nero is an incredibly distinctive wine." Vinous