The wine region of Barco Reale di Carmignano is located in the region of Carmignano of Toscane of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Capezzana or the Domaine Fattoria Ambra produce mainly wines red, pink and sweet. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Barco Reale di Carmignano are Sangiovese, Cabernet-Sauvignon and Merlot, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Barco Reale di Carmignano often reveals types of flavors of cream, earth or white pepper and sometimes also flavors of tomatoes, cinnamon or cheese.
In the mouth of Barco Reale di Carmignano is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins. We currently count 9 estates and châteaux in the of Barco Reale di Carmignano, producing 13 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Barco Reale di Carmignano go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or veal.
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