"The beautiful autumnal label hides a wine of dark mystery. Deep in colour with spicy mulberry fruit cloaked in ripples of refined tannins, this is a majestic blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon to enjoy decanted with rich casseroles and game. Highly recommended"
Founded in 1967 by Antonio Zaccheo and Giovanni Sacchet, Carpineto farm 500 hectares of land spread over four estates among Tuscany's most prestigious appellations. The original aim of the producers – to make modern, world-class red wine from the Chianti Classico appellation, has been admirably fulfilled. The Farnito and Dogajolo wines demonstrate the winery’s pioneering approach to making wines from international varieties in Tuscany.
Carpineto was the first ever Italian winery to win the IWSC International Winemaker of the Year. Antonio Zaccheo is now assisted by his son Antonio and daughter Francesca, who have both previously worked in the wine trade in the USA. Giovanni Sacchet's daughter, Caterina, joined the Carpineto winemaking team after finishing her viticulture and oenology degree.
Founded in 1967, Carpineto is a partnership between acclaimed winemakers Giovanni C. Sacchet and Antonio M. Zaccheo.
The two grape varieties, Sangiovese and Cabernet, are vinified separately, since they ripen at different times. Toward the end of fermentation they are blended and placed in small wooden casks where they slowly complete alcoholic and malolactic fermentation.
