Argiano NC Toscana IGT

Argiano's NC Toscana IGT is a Tuscan blended red wine that shows what happens when Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon end up in the right hands.

The Argiano winery is located in Montalcino, right at the foot of the hill famous for its Brunello vineyards. The soils – marl, clay, and sandstone – impart a mineral tension to the wine, which is clearly noticeable in good vintages. With the NC (Non Confunditur, "unmistakable"), Argiano has created a wine that deliberately operates outside the Brunello DOC boundaries, allowing more freedom in the blending of grape varieties.

In the glass: dark cherry, blackberry, and a hint of graphite. The Merlot brings creaminess and texture, the Cabernet Sauvignon a clear line of blackcurrant, and the Sangiovese earthy spice and length. Tannins are present but integrated – the finish remains warm and lingering.

• Dishes: Bistecca alla Fiorentina, leg of lamb with rosemary, aged Pecorino cheese
• Temperature: 17–18 °C
• Drinking window: Ready to drink now, keeps well until 2028