Tenuta Di Arceno's Valadorna di Arcanum is a truly exquisite Italian red blend. With predominant Merlot, it's complemented by Cabernet and Cabernet Franc, creating a harmonious symphony of flavours. This top-tier Tuscan wine boasts complex notes of ripe red fruit, spice, and balsamic, enveloping your palate in a rich, elegant tapestry. Its vivid, intense ruby colour announces a wine of remarkable depth and character. Perfectly balanced acidity and silky tannins pave the way for an engaging, enduring finish. This premium wine encapsulates the essence of the Tuscan terroir, a testament to exemplary winemaking at Tenuta Di Arceno.

Tasting Notes

The nose bursts with ripe black cherry, violets and chocolate. On the palate, flavors are dominated by blueberry and cassis with soft, round, inviting tannins. The finish shows sweet tobacco and earth tones reminiscent of cypress. As one expects from a Merlot-based wine with a warm summer, the texture is opulent and juicy. The surprise provided by the cool picking season of the 2012 vintage, is that under this opulence, is a freshness and structure that suggests a beautiful ageability.

About the Winery

Set among the serene rolling hills of Castelnuovo Berardenga in Siena, Italy, is the Tenuta Di Arceno winery. This sprawling estate boasts an impressive 1000 year-long history, producing unique wines amidst stunning landscapes.

Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, the winery's breathtaking terrain spans over 2,500 acres. Olive groves, forests, and vineyards flow harmoniously into each other, painting a scenery that could only be described as a winemaker’s heaven. Interestingly, only 223 acres of the Tenuta Di Arceno estate are given to vineyards illustrating a steadfast commitment to maintaining the overall diversity and balance of the eco-system.

Among the vines growing on the Arceno estate, you'll find distinct European varietals. These include Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc and Merlot all of which, produce wines of a character that capture the enticing complexity of Tuscan wine.

Globally renowned for its unique marriage of Tuscan terroir and artisanal winemaking, Tenuta Di Arceno winery produces excellent wines with astounding complexity, elegance and depth. Of course, a significant role in their production success belongs to the climatic and geological peculiarities that are unique to this part of Italy.

Aside from its scenic beauty and meticulously nurtured vineyards, the winery also teems with historic charm. Rustic farmhouses, ancient stone walls, the glorious villa of Arceno, and a captivating Romanesque church make the estate appear timeless and serene.

From the exquisite elegance of their Strada al Sasso to the vibrant fruit intensity of their Chianti Classico, each bottle captures the winery's unique character. The one thing that continues to set Tenuta Di Arceno apart is the winery’s unwavering commitment to quality, this commitment driving their relentless pursuit of excellence in every single drop of wine they produce.

Visitors to the Tenuta Di Arceno winery are in for a memorable experience. Walking through the vineyards at dusk with a glass of Italian heart in your hand, that is if you not are immediately seduced by the poetic charm of this place.

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