Quality since time immemorial
Piaggia Carmignano
Carmignano? Not a name that makes headlines, but a place with great pride. Pure Tuscany, a bit off the beaten track, halfway between Florence and Pisa. Those who come here aren't looking for grandeur, but for authenticity.
And that's exactly what Piaggia is. A family winery, grown on soils steeped in history. Run with heart and discipline. Mauro Vannucci laid the foundation here – his daughter Silvia now runs the business: quietly, determinedly, with a sure sense of what truly defines Carmignano.
The philosophy? Less is better. Less technology, more trust – in the soil, the microclimate, the grape varieties. And in the rhythm of nature.
Some wines bear their origins like a seal. Carmignano is one such name – small, steeped in history, barely fifteen kilometers west of Florence. Here, centuries ago, Sangiovese blended with the "French varieties." A connection that dates back to the Medici family: In the 17th century, they received Cabernet Franc vines from French kings – a gift that changed the world of wine. In Carmignano, these grapes found a second home, where they blended with Sangiovese and shaped the style that still combines tradition and elegance today.
Cosimo III de' Medici was already aware of the quality of these slopes – in 1716, he declared Carmignano a designated wine-growing area. At the time, this was revolutionary. Today, it's simply logical.
Our Presidente's favorite wine
Piaggia Carmignano Riserva
Grape varieties: Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Aging: 18 months in French barriques
Intense ruby red color; aromas of ripe fruit, cassis and raspberries with elegant notes of chocolate, tobacco and sweet spices. Structured on the palate, elegant with excellently integrated tannins. Long finish.
The Piaggia Carmignano is the absolute favorite wine of our Presidente Reto Vergani.
The table wine for the discerning
Pietranera
Grape varieties: Sangiovese, Merlot
Aging: 10 months in French barriques
On the nose it reveals red berries, cherries and floral notes, accompanied by subtle herbal and graphite nuances. On the palate it is juicy, fresh and elegant, with fine tannins and a lively acidity. The finish is long and characterized by mineral accents. The Pietranera is a modern, yet deeply rooted expression of the Tuscan wine-growing tradition.
The Little Brother
Il Sasso
Grape varieties: Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Aging: 15 months in French barriques
An enveloping bouquet of ripe cherries, orange peel, balsamic undertones and a hint of sweet tobacco and vanilla. Full, round and harmonious on the palate, with intriguing blackberry and chocolate notes, supported by velvety, silky tannins that culminate in a persistent finish with a hint of spice.
The Sublime One
Uva dei Colombi
Grape variety: Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Aging: 36 months in French barriques
Its aroma is characterized by dried flowers, dark berries, herbs and graphite, while on the palate it is complex, silky and profound. The fine acidity and mineral nuances give it a long aging potential. Uva dei Colombi is an expressive, rare Carmignano that combines tradition and refinement.
More about Carmignano
A hidden gem of Tuscany
Carmignano is a small but traditional DOCG wine region in Tuscany, about 20 kilometers west of Florence. The vineyards extend over the rolling hills of the municipalities of Carmignano and Poggio a Caiano in the province of Prato. The altitudes between 50 and 200 meters above sea level and the southwest orientation of the vines ensure optimal conditions for winegrowing.
A perfect balance of soil and climate
The terroir of Carmignano is characterized by calcareous marl (galestro), clay and sandstone, which offer excellent water permeability and give the wines a pronounced minerality. The climate is Mediterranean with hot summers and cool nights, while winds from the Apennines ensure good ventilation. Rainfall is moderate but sufficient for the healthy growth of the vines.
A wine region with a noble past
Carmignano is one of the oldest wine regions in Tuscany and was named one of the four best wine regions in the region by Cosimo III de' Medici in 1716 - one of the earliest designations of origin in the world. A special feature of the region is the long tradition of blending Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, long before this trend became popular with the so-called Super Tuscans.
Tradition meets sophistication
The wines of the Carmignano DOCG consist of at least 50% Sangiovese, supplemented by 10-20% Cabernet Sauvignon and/or Cabernet Franc and small amounts of other grape varieties such as Canaiolo, Merlot or Syrah. They are characterized by their elegance, structure and pronounced acidity. Typical aromas are cherries, plums, herbs, licorice and earthy notes. Thanks to its deep roots in history and its high quality, Carmignano remains one of the most exciting and at the same time underrated wine regions in Italy.
A hidden gem of Tuscany
Carmignano is a small but traditional DOCG wine region in Tuscany, about 20 kilometers west of Florence. The vineyards extend over the rolling hills of the municipalities of Carmignano and Poggio a Caiano in the province of Prato. The altitudes between 50 and 200 meters above sea level and the southwest orientation of the vines ensure optimal conditions for winegrowing.
A perfect balance of soil and climate
The terroir of Carmignano is characterized by calcareous marl (galestro), clay and sandstone, which offer excellent water permeability and give the wines a pronounced minerality. The climate is Mediterranean with hot summers and cool nights, while winds from the Apennines ensure good ventilation. Rainfall is moderate but sufficient for the healthy growth of the vines.
A wine region with a noble past
Carmignano is one of the oldest wine regions in Tuscany and was named one of the four best wine regions in the region by Cosimo III de' Medici in 1716 - one of the earliest designations of origin in the world. A special feature of the region is the long tradition of blending Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, long before this trend became popular with the so-called Super Tuscans.
Tradition meets sophistication
The wines of the Carmignano DOCG consist of at least 50% Sangiovese, supplemented by 10-20% Cabernet Sauvignon and/or Cabernet Franc and small amounts of other grape varieties such as Canaiolo, Merlot or Syrah. They are characterized by their elegance, structure and pronounced acidity. Typical aromas are cherries, plums, herbs, licorice and earthy notes. Thanks to its deep roots in history and its high quality, Carmignano remains one of the most exciting and at the same time underrated wine regions in Italy.