Messaggero Nobile di Montepulciano 2018 DOCG

Messaggero 2018 is one of the flagship wines of the Montemercurio winery, located on the eastern hillside of Montepulciano. This particular vintage has received excellent feedback from international critics, confirming it as an elegant and structured expression of Tuscan Sangiovese.

Here is a detailed overview of this label:

Technical Profile

• Appellation: Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG.

• Grape varieties: Predominantly 95 percent Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile), with a small balance of Canaiolo Nero (5 percent).

• Alcohol: Approximately 14.5% to 15% vol.

• Terroir: Vineyards located at about 450 meters above sea level, with southwest exposure and medium-textured clay soils.

Tasting Notes

The 2018 is distinguished by a balance of freshness and power, typical of a vintage that allowed for slow and steady maturation.

• View: Brilliant ruby red, with reflections that turn to garnet with age.

• Nose: Complex bouquet with notes of ripe cherry, morello cherry and small red fruits. Elegant hints of spices, black pepper, tobacco and a balsamic undertone then emerge.

• Taste: In the mouth it is juicy and deep. The tannins are present but well polished (characteristic of time spent in wood), accompanied by a pleasant acidity that lengthens the sip toward a lingering, savory finish.

Scores and Awards

The 2018 vintage was particularly popular:

• Falstaff: 94 points (described as “juicy, with light fruit and citrus notes”).

• Wine Spectator: 93 points (praised for structural solidity and harmony of aromas).

Tips for Service

• Temperature: 16° to 18°C.

• Glass: Wide goblet (Ballon or Bordeaux type) to allow oxygenation.

• Pairings: Perfect with grilled red meats, game (wild boar), roasts and aged cheeses such as Pecorino di Pienza.

It is a wine that can be enjoyed immediately, but it has a remarkable aging capacity, being able to evolve positively in the cellar for the next 10-15 years.