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'Vigorello' by San Felice has been created in 1968 as the first Supertuscan ever produced in Chianti Classico, a pure Sangiovese. In 1979 the partnership between Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, in 2001 the inclusion in the blend of Merlot, which in 2006 will completely replace Sangiovese. In 2011 the turning point, with the introduction of Pugnitello, an autochthonous vine rediscovered through studies in the Vitiarium, which since then has made up the Vigorello blend together with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, marking its uniqueness and the return to the roots more authentic Tuscan. Aromas of currant jam, spicy notes and undergrowth. Warm, complex, tannic taste with slight hints of vanilla. It goes well with grilled meat, roast pigeon and lamb, aged cheeses.
- Product Category
- Red Wine
- Denomination
- Tuscany Red IGT
- Grape variety / Raw material
- "Pugnitello" translates to "little fist" in English.
- Variety / Assembly
- Pugnitello 35% Cabernet Sauvignon 30% Merlot 30% Petit Verdot 5%
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2019
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- IT - Tuscany
- Alcohol Content
- 13.5% vol.
- Operating Temperature
- 16° – 18° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Tulip glass very large
- Special Features
- Small Wine Makers
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Game, Red Meats, Roasted Beef
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
San Felice
Set in the heart of Tuscany, among the hills of Chianti Classico, stands the prestigious winery San Felice. A place where history and innovation intertwine in a harmonious embrace, expressing the most authentic essence of this legendary land. With a heritage that roots in the past, San Felice is a stronghold of Tuscan winemaking tradition, yet always with an eye towards the future.
This winery is renowned for its commitment to enhancing indigenous grape varieties, such as Sangiovese and the rare Pugnitello, which are cultivated with care and dedication in their vineyards. San Felice embraces a production philosophy that combines traditional methods with cutting-edge agronomic projects, aiming to maximize the intrinsic characteristics of its wines.
Among the most iconic labels of the winery, "Il Grigio" and "Vigorello" stand out. "Il Grigio" is a Chianti Classico DOCG that embodies the elegance and complexity of this denomination, with notes of ripe red fruits, delicate spices, and a persistent and harmonious finish. "Vigorello," on the other hand, represents a bold exploration of the territory's potential, a wine that captivates with its structure and aromatic depth, uniting tradition and innovation in a glass.
We invite wine enthusiasts to discover the refined creations of San Felice on Vino45, to experience an oenological journey that celebrates the past and the future of Tuscan viticulture.
Address:
Loc. San Felice, 1 - 53019 Castelnuovo Berardenga (SI), Italy
Color: ruby red with garnet streaks
Bouquet: blackcurrant jam, spicy notes and undergrowth
Taste: warm, complex, tannic with slight hints of vanilla.
- Gambero Rosso 273
- Wine Spectator 94/100
- I Vini di Veronelli 94/100
- James Suckling 93/100