Alicante Nero (2020) - Ampeleia

In the heart of the Tuscan Maremma, Ampeleia's Alicante Nero tells a fascinating story of revival and tradition. This variety, known elsewhere in the world as Grenache, has found an ideal terroir in Tuscany, thanks to the mild climate and the rich soils. The Ampeleia winery, founded by Elisabetta Foradori, rediscovered Alicante as a hidden treasure and has made the most of it with sustainable farming practices. The 2020 vintage is a tribute to the resilience of nature and to human passion, bringing past and future together in a glass that celebrates the diversity and authenticity of the area.

The appellation: Toscana IGT

Toscana IGT (Indicazione Geografica Tipica) is an appellation created in 1995 to allow Tuscan producers to experiment with new expressions of wine outside the strict production rules of the DOCs and DOCGs. This category gave rise to the famous Super Tuscans, wines of excellent quality often made with international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah, but also with native varieties such as Sangiovese, Vermentino and Trebbiano.

What to eat with Alicante Nero

Who makes it: Ampeleia

Founded in 2002, Ampeleia is an innovative winery in the heart of Tuscany, more precisely in the Bolgheri area. The estate covers around 100 hectares, where the vines are grown following principles of sustainability and respect for the environment. Ampeleia stands out for its production philosophy, which combines tradition and modernity, bringing out the best in native grape varieties and creating wines that express the authenticity of the land. The winery is known for its attention to detail and for its use of innovative winemaking techniques, which make it possible to obtain high-quality wines.

The vine of Alicante Nero

Alicante

Alicante is a red grape variety of great interest, native to Spain, where it is also known as Garnacha Tintorera. This variety is especially prized for its ability to adapt to different climates and soils, giving wines that can vary considerably according to the region where it is grown and the winemaking techniques used.

Alicante Nero: the Maremma area

Climate: Mediterranean

Altitude: Low to mid altitude (200–500 m above sea level)

Soil: Clay

Geographical setting: Hilly

Profile of Alicante Nero

Primary aromas: Ripe red fruit, Spices

Secondary aromas: Mediterranean herbs, Wood

Tertiary aromas: Leather, Tobacco

Tasting notes: A ruby red wine, with notes of ripe red fruit and spice. Full-bodied on the palate, with well-integrated tannins and good acidity.