Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino Do ut Des Toscana IGT 2018

Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino Do ut Des Toscana IGT 2018

 

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Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino
Do ut Des Toscana IGT 2018
  • Vintage : 2018
  • Country : Italy
  • Region : Tuscany
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  • Type : Red
  • Style : Rich and Spicy
  • Format : 75cl
  • Alcohol : 13,5°
  • Grappes : 33% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 33% Petit Verdot

Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino's Do ut Des is a quintessentially Tuscan blend that captivates with its rich complexity and vibrant intensity, embodying the innovative spirit of its vintners.

Experts Score Vintage
RP Robert Parker 94 2018
JS James Suckling 94 2017
WS Wine Spectator 93 2017
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This wine hails from the heart of Tuscany, an area renowned for its rolling hills, rich history, and a tradition of winemaking that dates back centuries. The Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino estate is situated in this picturesque landscape, where the vineyards benefit from a favorable climate and fertile soils, conducive to growing high-quality grapes.

Winemaking Process: The Do ut Des is crafted through meticulous vinification techniques that enhance its varietal characteristics. The grapes undergo a careful selection process before being fermented in temperature-controlled tanks, followed by ageing in oak barrels to achieve a perfect balance of tannins and a refined structure.

Fun Fact: The name "Do ut Des" translates to "I give so that you may give" in Latin, reflecting the philosophy of reciprocity and quality that the estate strives to uphold.

Tasting Notes:

  • Color: Deep ruby with hints of garnet.
  • Aroma: The nose offers an enticing blend of black cherry, plum, and hints of tobacco and vanilla.
  • Palate: On the palate, it presents a rich tapestry of flavors, including ripe red fruits, blackcurrant, and a touch of spice, underpinned by velvety tannins and a long, elegant finish.

Wine Pairing Ideas: Do ut Des 2018 is versatile with food pairings, excelling alongside grilled red meats, hearty stews, or mature cheeses. Its robust profile also makes it an ideal match for mushroom risotto or a rich bolognese.

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Robert Parker (RP) : 94 Points (2018)
This is a blend of equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot aged in tonneaux for 18 months. The Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino 2018 Do Ut Des (with 25,000 bottles made) is balanced and bright with lots of lifted dark fruit surrounded by a mid-weight mouthfeel. This wine is an absolute pleasure to drink thanks to its balance, concentration, earth, dark fruit and spice.

James Suckling (JS) : 94 Points (2017)
A fresh and balanced 2017 with dark-berry, bark and earth character, following through to a medium body with a solid core of fruit and a juicy finish. Polished tannins with a lovely center palate of fruit. 34% sangiovese, 33% merlot and 33% cabernet sauvignon. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.

Wine Spectator (WS) : 93 Points (2017)
Tightly wound and austere, with cherry and plum fruit wrapped up in the grip of dusty tannins. This is vibrant and gains finesse as it lingers on the fruit and savory aftertaste. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Best from 2024 through 2039.

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