2006 CABURNIO Tenuta Monteti

Grapes: Merlot  Cabernet Sauvignon  Alicante Bouschet

Origin: Italy, Tuscany

Lea & Sandeman review

A Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante and Merlot blend from the southern Maremma this is spicy and sweet, full and luscious, but with a savouriness and minerality that develops well on the finish. Stunningly good value.
Rated by Jancis Robinson a 'great-value Italian red', this Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante and Merlot blend from the southern Maremma is spicy and sweet, full and luscious, but with a savouriness and minerality that develops well on the finish.

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Tenuta Monteti

Tenuta Monteti is situated in the southern part of the Maremma, some fifteen kilometres from the border of the region of Scansano, under the hill of Monteti, an amphitheatre which protects the estate from coastal winds. The twenty-five hectares of vineyard are planted with Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Alicante and Merlot in individual lots of one hectare, each vinified separately in the new, state of the art, winery. The wines are marked by a pronounced individuality, reflecting not only the 'terroir' of the region, but more importantly a freshness of fruit and balanced acidity which makes them so very drinkable. They are intentionally understated wines which perform on the palate in a musical fashion - a delicate introduction which builds to the most wonderful crescendo.