The few, the proud… of doing this emotional tasting: the only Vino Nobile di Montepulciano for 3 times in TOP100.
Introduction to corporate philosophy and history, guided by an expert. Complete professional private visit of the vineyards and the cellar, with focus on the refinement processes in wood and in bottle. Experiential tasting in a private tasting room overlooking the barrel room: 4 vintages of the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva DOCG.
Lunch in Montepulciano in an underground restaurant. The menu has been tailored by Marco Tenerini and the Chef: classic Tuscan menu but modernized and designed specifically to perfectly match the wines of Carpineto.
LOCATION: TUSCANY
MONTEPULCIANO (Siena)
SUPERSTARS OF THE EXPERIENCE :
- Vertical tasting of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva
- “Twilight” saga film location underground restaurant with top special pairing menù
TOP WINES OF THE EXPERIENCE :
- WS’ TOP100 2018 n.11, 95 pts. – Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2013.
- WS’ TOP100 2016 n.76, 93 pts. – Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2011.
- WS’ TOP100 2015 n.26, 93 pts. – Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2010.
Experiential tasting in a underground room overlooking the barrels cellar: 4 vintages of 3 times in TOP 100 vertical tasting and perfect pairing-designed luxury tuscan menu.
“Twilight” saga film location underground restaurant with top special pairing menù specifically designed to perfectly match the wines of Carpineto and enhance their exceptional characteristics.
Celebrative wooden box with 3 bottles of the TOP100 vintages (for number of boxes, see price list). (Box available only HERE)
Wine Spectator TOP100 2015 n.26, 93 pts.
Carpineto
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2010*.
Enticing aromas of sweet cherry, leather, spice and underbrush stay focused on the palate as this harmonious red unfolds.The hint of oak on the finish suggests this still has time to evolve.Offers a mineral-laced finish. Drink now through 2024. 11,600 cases made.—BS
Wine Spectator TOP100 2016 n.76, 93 pts.
Carpineto
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2011*.
A rich, powerful style, this evokes black cherry, black currant, plum, leatherand tar flavors.
Balanced and ready to enjoy, with lingering accents of spice and tobacco.Drink now through 2023. 15,000 cases made. —BS
Wine Spectator TOP100 2018 n.11, 95 pts.
Carpineto
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2013*.
The stunning bouquet of ripe black cherry, black currant, leather and woodsy spice notes is enticing, while the sweet fruit is a match for the dense structure.
The lengthy finish lingers, with tobacco, eucalyptus and iron accents.Drink now through 2030. 12,200 cases made. —BS
MENU “Carpineto’s top wines pairing” (example)
- Vegetables from our organic garden (Farnito Chardonnay)
- Smoked duck breast salad with rosemary, orange and fennel (Farnito Chardonnay)
- Green peas “Absolute” Risotto, Cinta Senese cheek and roast juice (Chianti Classico Riserva)
- Pienza Pecorino cheese Ravioli, pear and caramelized walnuts (Chianti Classico Riserva)
- Wild Boar belly, parsnips sauce and seasonal vegetables Ratatouille (Brunello di Montalcino)
- Doughnut sugar and cinnamon with vanilla ice cream (Farnito Vinsanto del Chianti)
- Blanc Manger with raspberries sauce and almond Streusel (Farnito Vinsanto del Chianti)
This PRIVATE EXPERIENCE includes:
- Guided tour of the entire winery and cellar
- Wine Spectator’s TOP 100 wine for 3 times vertical tasting of 4 old vintages impossible to find elsewhere
- Lunch in Montepulciano (the Twilight saga film location…) in an underground restaurant.
- Celebrative wooden box with 3 bottles of the TOP100 vintages
(for number of boxes, see price list)
NOTE:
IMPORTANT: this ON SITE experience lasts about 2-3 (two-three) hours PLUS time for LUNCH and STARTS at 10.00 a.m.Number of People: Max 8 (eight)Please note: PRIVATE tour, so you’ll never be mixed with other people.
ON REQUEST:
– FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING IN LUXURY CAR, LIMO, VAN OR HELICOPTER with English speaking professional driver/pilot. Departure from any main location, example Rome, Civitavecchia, Livorno, La Spezia, Milan, Florence, Bologna, Venice etc.
– PRO Photographer/videomaker
– Mr. Marco Tenerini as your “emotional storytelling guide” for the whole day.