Antonio Camillo Principio Cilegiolo 2017

Ciliegiolo is an ancient relative of Sangiovese and has been grown in Tuscany's Maremma for centuries.

Principio is made from organically grown, forty year old Ciliegiolo vines at over 1000m altitude. Bright ruby in colour, yet very pale in intensity, this shows fresh, bright red cherry, raspberry and blueberry, fruit with violet top notes. Ripe (ripeness is rarely an issue in the Maremma), but dry and light-to-medium-bodied with zesty acids and minerality and firm tannins on the finish. This is a refreshing foil to rustic, hearty dishes like bean or meat stews, or to hard cheeses.

Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany