Duemani Altrovino 2019

Tasted as an unfinished wine, the 2019 Merlot Cabernet Franc Altrovino is a blend that is assembled immediately after the harvest and fermented in cement and terracotta. Future vintages will probably see more terracotta, as winemaker Luca D'Attoma is moving in this direction, especially as this material will give the wine an edge when it comes to aging, he says. The bouquet delivers some minty tones and eucalyptus essence on top of dark cherry and blackberry. There is a lot of concentration and fruit weight in this bottle, with a blast of pretty freshness on the close. Altrovino should be released next spring.

An extremely focused young wine with blackberry and hints of basil. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a fresh and intense finish. Beautiful austerity on the finish. Made from biodynamically grown grapes. Demeter certified. Firm and precise. Drink in 2020. (8/2017)

Web Only 2015 - This smells great, bursting with sweet cherry and plum, leather and spice notes. Fluid, juicy, fresh and long, with an element of sweet fruit shining through on the finish

The 2011 Altrovino boasts a level of freshness that is remarkable for the year. Crushed rocks, violets, mint, licorice and black cherries literally jump from the glass. Intensely perfumed and layered, the 2011 stands out for its exceptional balance and polish. The 2011 is another terrific wine from Duemani. Altrovino is Merlot and Cabernet Franc, vinified in cement and aged in neutral oak and cement.-- Antonio Galloni