Rated 4.90 out of 5 based on 1 customer rating

Arcanum Toscana IGT Red 2016

Name: Arcanum Toscana IGT Red 2016
Brand: Arcanum
SKU: XN7E6JWFE24QBJPHPIXQNTBK
Price: 72.95 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.90 (2 reviews)

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750ml /

Vintage: 2016

DEC 98
JS 94

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Winery: Arcanum
Varietal: Bordeaux Blend Red
Wine Style: Red Wine - Bold and Structured
Wine Country Of Origin: Italy
State / Province: Tuscany
Sub Region / AVA: Toscana IGT

Brand: Arcanum

Wine Description

During harvest, the Cabernet Franc grapes were picked throughout a three-week window on different blocks just a few kilometers apart — a representation of the Tenuta di Arceno estate’s diverse micro-climate and soil. This beautifully complex pure Cabernet Franc wine expresses the herbal signature of this variety, with aromas of ripe plums, sweet mint, sage and thyme. The luscious palate gives way to cherries, wild strawberries and licorice followed by hints of cedar and toast. The finish lingers with undertones of white pepper and truffle. A truly elegant wine to be enjoyed for years to come.

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Weight	3.5 lbs
Size	750ml

Reviews (2)

2 reviews for Arcanum Toscana IGT Red 2016

Rated 4 out of 5
DEC – March 23, 2023
Today covering almost 17 hectares, the estate’s Cabernet Franc is subject to a broad as much as a severe selection, which has improved the wines. It was sourced from a single plot in 2008, while this 2016 comes from 10 different plots. The French clones (326 – 327) can be problematic according to winemaker Pierre Seillan: ‘With too high yields, too much herbal character is achieved, while with a tight leaf canopy it wouldn’t ripen properly’. Cabernet Franc is not new to producing outstanding wines in Tuscany, and Seillant is not new to managing this grape variety in pursuit of excellence. Crimson in colour, it has a super restrained Cab Franc character of cassis and eucalyptus, with an almost citrus flavour in depth and a sweet, toasty finish of milk chocolate, liquorice and cacao powder. This 2016 is sleek and concentrated, with ripe, refined tannins and refreshing acidity. A full and tense wine.
Rated 4 out of 5
JS – March 23, 2023
A rich, powerful super Tuscan that reminds me of some of the cult wines of Napa. Yet, there’s underlying freshness and brightness to the blackberry, mineral, stone and floral character. Extremely rich and opulent, but shows tension and focus. Better after 2022.

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DEC 98

Decanter

Today covering almost 17 hectares, the estate's Cabernet Franc is subject to a broad as much as a severe selection, which has improved the wines. It was sourced from a single plot in 2008, while this 2016 comes from 10 different plots. The French clones (326 - 327) can be problematic according to winemaker Pierre Seillan: 'With too high yields, too much herbal character is achieved, while with a tight leaf canopy it wouldn't ripen properly'. Cabernet Franc is not new to producing outstanding wines in Tuscany, and Seillant is not new to managing this grape variety in pursuit of excellence. Crimson in colour, it has a super restrained Cab Franc character of cassis and eucalyptus, with an almost citrus flavour in depth and a sweet, toasty finish of milk chocolate, liquorice and cacao powder. This 2016 is sleek and concentrated, with ripe, refined tannins and refreshing acidity. A full and tense wine.

JS 94

James Suckling

A rich, powerful super Tuscan that reminds me of some of the cult wines of Napa. Yet, there’s underlying freshness and brightness to the blackberry, mineral, stone and floral character. Extremely rich and opulent, but shows tension and focus. Better after 2022.

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