Nittardi Maremma Toscana Ad Astra 2018
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The name of Ad Astra is gleaned from the Latin phrase Per Aspera Ad Astra "a rough road leads to the stars". A phrase that is also true for great wines, as greatness requires a great deal of loving work and care in the vineyards. Ad Astra is an approachable yet simultaneously serious red wine that is also a pleasure when enjoyed young.
Blend:50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc
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A beautiful Maremma red with blackberry, blackcurrant and chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium to full body with creamy, round tannins that are polished and refined. A blend of sangiovese, cabernet sauvignon and cabernet franc. Drink after 2021, but already a beauty.
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Nittardi is a family run organic winery situated in the heart of the Chianti Classico region between Florence and Siena, not far from the village of Castellina in Chianti. This deeply historical winery enjoys a reputation for producing a variety of elegant and fine wines. Not a year goes by without their wines receiving an important award or rating.
Once owned and operated by renaissance artist Michelangelo Buonarroti, who was said to have sent his wines from this estate to the Pope in Rome as a gift; it’s a unique connection between art and wine that is still actively cultivated today by current owners Peter Femfert and his wife Stefania Canali, who acquired the property in 1981. In fact, as homage to Michelangelo, every year a well-known artist paints the label as well as the wrapping paper for some of the labels such as the Casanuova di Nittardi Vigna Doghessa.
The vineyards of Nittardi represent the heart of the estate and produce elegant and refined grapes year after year. The Villa Rosa Vineyards are located close to the beautiful hamlet of San Quirico, south of Castellina in Chianti, most of the vineyards are over 50 years old. The Mongibello delle Mandorlaie Vineyards in Maremma are south of Scansano and close to Montiano, only eight kilometers from the seaside. All vineyards are certified organic. The wines are made with the help of legendary Italian consultant oenologist Carlo Ferrini, who has been part of the Nittardi team since 1991.
Legendary in Italy for its Renaissance art and striking landscape, Tuscany is also home to many of the country’s best red wines. Sangiovese reigns supreme here, as either the single varietal, or a dominant player, in almost all of Tuscany’s best.
A remarkable Chianti, named for its region of origin, will have a bright acidity, supple tannins and plenty of cherry fruit character. From the hills and valleys surrounding the medieval village of Montalcino, come the distinguished and age-worthy wines based on Brunello (Sangiovese). Earning global acclaim since the 1970s, the Tuscan Blends are composed solely of international grape varieties or a mix of international and Sangiovese. The wine called Vine Nobile di Montepulciano, composed of Prognolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and is recognized both for finesse and power.