DOCG · since 1976
Carmignano
Wine · PDO · 2 municipalities
In the Tuscan municipalities of Carmignano and Poggio a Caiano, a select group of 12 verified producers crafts a distinct DOCG red wine defined by its unusual historical blend. Unlike its neighboring Tuscan appellations, Carmignano mandates the integration of Cabernet Sauvignon or Cabernet Franc at a minimum of 10% alongside at least 50% Sangiovese. This specific blending requirement yields a dry, sapid wine that must age for a minimum of 20 months, including at least 8 months in wood, before release. The result is a vibrant ruby wine that develops a refined, violet-scented aroma over time.
Sangiovese 50%2 yrs ageing12.5% vol min80 q/ha maxsource ↗
Production zone
Producers12 verified
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The facts
- Colour
- lively, intense ruby, tending to garnet with aging
- Taste
- dry, sapid, full, harmonious, soft and velvety
The producers 12
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Ambra
Carmignano
Artimino
Carmignano
Capezzana
Carmignano
Castelvecchio
Carmignano
Colline San Biagio
Carmignano
La Borriana
+ 6 more — every one from the consortium's official list
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Carmignano produced?
- Carmignano is produced in 2 municipalities in Tuscany, Italy: Carmignano, Poggio a Caiano.
- What grape is Carmignano made from?
- Carmignano is made from Sangiovese (min 50%), Canaiolo nero, Cabernet Franc e/o Cabernet Sauvignon (min 10%), Trebbiano toscano, Canaiolo bianco, Malvasia del Chianti, altri vitigni a bacca rossa idonei alla coltivazione in Toscana.
- How long must Carmignano age?
- Carmignano must age at least 20 months according to its disciplinare.
- What is the minimum alcohol content of Carmignano?
- The minimum alcohol content of Carmignano is 12.5% vol.
- What does DOCG mean?
- DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) is the highest tier of Italian wine classification, with government-sealed guarantees on origin and quality.