VIGNA DEL SUOLO
BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2019
ARGIANO WINERY • SINGLE VINEYARD TUSCANY • ITALY
"The voice of old vines: an ode to the land that whispers elegance, depth, and the pure soul of Montalcino."
The Terroir Manifesto
When you purchase the 2019 Argiano Vigna del Suolo Brunello di Montalcino 750 ml red wine from the La Cava Shop online store, you are acquiring the ultimate interpretation of the terroir and the most refined expression of Sangiovese Grosso. This collectible single-vineyard Tuscan red wine comes exclusively from a historic 7-hectare plot planted in 1965, located 300 meters above sea level. In the acclaimed 2019 vintage, ranked among the best in the region's recent history, this single-plot Brunello di Montalcino DOCG achieves superlative levels of aromatic finesse and earthy complexity, supported by an aristocratic tannic structure that only the deep roots of vines over 50 years old can extract from the calcareous subsoil.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Vigna del Suolo Plot, Sant'Angelo in Colle, Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy.
Winery: Argiano.
Vine Age: Over 55 years (Viti Vecchie with highly reduced production).
Aging: 30 months in traditional 10-15 hl Slavonian oak "Botti".
Style: Montalcino Single Vineyard Cru, aristocratic, mineral, and eternal.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Translucent and brilliant ruby red, with a visual delicacy and elegance reminiscent of the Great Crus of Burgundy.
Nose: Unfolds an ethereal aromatic fan with notes of fresh red flowers, orange peel, sour cherry, and an incisive chalky minerality. Upon oxygenation, hints of sandalwood, cold spices, and Tuscan underbrush emerge.
Palate: Silky texture of absolute finesse. The acidic tension is vibrant, guiding the wine with pinpoint precision across the palate. It displays ultra-polished tannins that culminate in a long finish with traces of graphite and wild fruit.
3. Architecture of Vigna del Suolo
4. Pairing and Recommendations
Haute Cuisine: A meditative wine perfect for pairing with dishes of superior refinement: roasted squab, preparations with white Alba truffles, wild porcini mushroom risottos, or fine game meats. Its subtle sophistication shines alongside ingredients of the highest quality.
Service: Decanting for 1 to 2 hours prior to serving is recommended. Use wide, Burgundy-style glasses to embrace its olfactory nuances. Serve at a temperature of 17°C - 18°C.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What makes the 'Vigna del Suolo' vineyard special?
It is Argiano's oldest vineyard, with vines over 55 years old. Its clay-limestone soil produces grapes with a concentration and elegance not found in any other plot on the estate.
How does it differ from Argiano's 'classic' Brunello?
While the classic is a blend of several plots, Vigna del Suolo is a selection from a single vineyard with extremely limited production, greater mineral complexity, and superior aging potential.
Why is Vigna del Suolo considered the qualitative peak of Argiano?
Unlike traditional Brunello, it comes from a unique vineyard with plants over half a century old that yield minuscule amounts, but with an unrepeatable concentration of aromas, acidity, and minerality.