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Bolgheri Superiore DOC
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Bolgheri Superiore DOC

Red Bolgheri, Toscana Tenuta Argentiera Estate
81,36 €
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Bolgheri Superiore 2016 de Tenuta Argentiera, assemblage Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot et Cabernet Franc, multi-distingué (3 bicchieri, 5 grappoli Bibenda, 90 points). Prix de 81,36 € élevé pour l'appellation, sans mention de vendanges manuelles ni de bio.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %7,2

    Appellation Bolgheri Superiore DOC et zone de Bolgheri nommées, assemblage Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot et Cabernet Franc cohérent avec la zone

  • Recognition20 %8,4

    Nombreuses distinctions : 3 bicchieri, 3 stelle Veronelli, 5 grappoli Bibenda, 4 viti, James Suckling 90, Robert Parker 90 et Wine Spectator 90, à plusieurs millésimes.

  • Value for money25 %6,8

    À 81,36 € (prix barré 96,70 €) pour un Bolgheri Superiore 2016 multi-distingué, le prix reste élevé mais cohérent avec le rang de l'appellation et des récompenses.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,6

    Accords précis (viandes rouges, gibier, fromages affinés), profil aromatique décrit et température de service indiquée (16-18°C) ; pas de mention sur la garde.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,4

    Domaine Tenuta Argentiera nommé et situé à Bolgheri ; fermentation en acier et affinage en bois de 12-24 mesi précisés, sans mention de vendanges manuelles ni d'agriculture bio.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape varietyCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
AppellationDOC
Production zoneBolgheri, Toscana
Vintage2016
Alcohol content14.0%
Format75 cl
ColorIntense ruby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, game, aged cheeses
Awards3 glasses, 3 glasses 2010, 3 glasses 2011, 3 glasses 2018, 3 glasses 2019, 3 stars veronelli, 4 vines 2012, 4 vines 2016, 4 vines 2018, 4 vines 2019, 4 vines ais, 5 clusters bibenda, james suckling 90, james suckling 90 2013, james suckling 90 2015, james suckling 90 2016, james suckling 90 2018, james suckling 90 2019, james suckling 90 2020, robert parker 90, robert parker 90 2013, robert parker 90 2016, robert parker 90 2019, wine spectator 90, wine spectator 90 2019

The wine

Argentiera Bolgheri Superiore 2016: Tuscan Elegance

Let me guide you toward a gem that embodies the soul of Bolgheri, a pure expression of its terroir. This wine is an invitation to a sensory journey, a promise of refinement and depth.

The Heart of Bolgheri: Terroir and Know-How

In the heart of the Tuscan Maremma, where the sea breeze meets the hills, lies the Tenuta Argentiera estate. It is here, on rich soils and under a generous sun, that the grapes of this Bolgheri Superiore are born. The 2016 vintage is the fruit of a harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, grape varieties that have found a chosen land in Bolgheri.

The color of this wine is an intense ruby red, a color that already promises great complexity. On the nose, you will discover a fascinating aromatic bouquet: notes of fresh red fruits such as cherry, plum and blackberry, interwoven with balsamic touches and delicate spices. On the palate, it reveals itself deep and enveloping, with a silky texture. The minerality brings an elegant freshness, while the tannins, of great finesse, lead to a long and persistent finish, where the fruit expresses itself fully. This wine benefited from fermentation in steel tanks, followed by prolonged aging in French oak barriques, a method that gives it its structure and complexity.

The Perfect Pairing: At the Table with Argentiera

To enhance this Bolgheri Superiore, I recommend pairing it with dishes that will respect its richness. Imagine it alongside grilled red meats, flavorful game or roast lamb. It will also be an ideal companion for aged cheeses, where its fruity and spicy notes can express themselves fully. This is a wine that calls for conviviality, for those moments when we take the time to savor, to share and to let ourselves be carried away by the flavors of Tuscany.

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What sets the Argentiera 2016 apart is its fermentation in steel tanks followed by long aging in French oak barriques: a fine way to give relief to its blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. If you want to discover Bolgheri with a red crafted all the way through its aging, keep this one in mind.

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