A blend of 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Cabernet Franc, 30% Petit Verdot and 10% Merlot, all sustainably farmed. “Fonte dell’Anguilllaia” takes the name of the nearby river that feeds into the vineyards. Fermented and aged simply in stainless steel. 13.5% alcohol.
This is a classic, powerhouse Super Tuscan blend. Dark cherry, blueberry, blackberry, and some floral notes on the nose. Ripe dark fruits, some spice, and a little leather on the palate. Moderate tannins, medium plus acid, medium-plus body, and a soft, plush finish. Excellent value here.
Rigoloccio was founded in 2002 by Pierre Marie Guillaume and Fabrizio Moltard. Flanked by the mesmerizing hills of Metalliferous, Rigoloccio is a historical winery having its base in Maremma with a powerful territorial Tuscan footprint. The name Rigoloccio came from the Tuscan word, flumiciattolo, meaning a small spring surrounding the rows of vines. It also depicts a historical pyrite mine, an ancient abandoned tower which is visible from the winery building. The winery owns 60 acres of arable land in Alta Maremma, comprising vineyards, olive groves, and cork oaks. From the very beginning, the company’s main focus was set on growing international grape varities, including Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Chardonnay, Fiano, and Pinot Noir. The winery team uses state-of-the-art equipment in the vineyards to ensure the quality of the berries, yielding around 60 quintals of grapes per hectare. The harvesting and grape selection are done manually, ensuring the best bunches are picked for wine production.