Asiram 2019
Giampaolo describes Asiram as a truly one-of-a-kind Merlot, blending the best qualities of both clay and limestone soils. The meticulous selection process combined with an innovative vinification technique, allows the wine to express a deep minerality and sharp focus. With only 1,800 bottles produced in the 2019 vintage, Asiram is a rare gem that perfectly captures the essence of the Conca d’Oro in Panzano, making it a wine for collectors and Merlot lovers alike.
THE 2019 VINTAGE
100% Merlot
The 2019 vintage was characterized by generally regular weather conditions. After a winter with sporadic and limited rainfall, accompanied by temperatures ranging from zero to around 10°C, spring arrived with a clear shift towards rainy days, enriching the soil with the essential water reserves needed to withstand the summer temperatures. The rise in temperatures led to budbreak in line with the usual timing for the area. The warm summer, with some rainfall, accompanied the growth of the vines and the subsequent ripening of the bunches in a regular way, allowing for gradual and optimal phenological development. The harvest began in the second half of September and ended in mid-October. The cool temperatures allowed us to extend the ripening period, thus preserving great finesse and aromatic freshness. The bold decision to wait for the perfect ripeness of the grapes, the excellent balance between temperatures and rainfall, and the careful management of macerations and oak ageing made it possible to obtain wines of great balance, with excellent polyphenolic concentration.
WINEMAKING
The wine is aged for 18-20 months in 50% new French oak barrels, allowing it to develop its full complexity and refinement.
TASTING NOTES
In the glass, it displays a deep, luminous color. The nose is broad and expressive, with notes of dark plum, graphite, licorice, and Mediterranean herbs. On the palate, it reveals a velvety texture, supported by vibrant freshness and a pronounced mineral character that carries the wine through to a long, enveloping finish.
AWARDS
99 Falstaff
99 The Drink Wine Business
98 James Suckling
96+ Robert Parker


