96 points Vinous Media
Drinking Window 2026 - 2036
An enticing whiff of oak spice and dried flowers blows off to reveal depths of pepper rose, raspberry sauce, sage and cocoa as the irresistible 2022 Poggio de Colli slowly blossoms in the glass. This is pure elegance, silky smooth yet lifted and spry, with a tactile mineral tinge perfectly complementing a polished wave of ripe red berry fruits as hints of blood orange embellish the close. It finishes long and staining, with a coating of sweet tannins and a spicy flourish as nuances of licorice and tart black cherries slowly fade. The warmth of the vintage comes through in the 2022's darker fruit profile; still, its balance is otherworldly. - By Eric Guido on January 2025

• 100% Cabernet Franc from estate vineyards
• Soil comprised of clay and galestro
• Fermented in open top wood fermenters utilizing natural yeasts, the wine is manually punched down.
• Matured in mostly new medium toast French barriques for at least 18 months
• 800 cases produced annually

“If there is one estate that embodies the potential of Carmignano, Piaggia just might be it.” – Antonio Galloni

“The Carmignano Riserva is simply the best of the appellation.” – The Wine Advocate

Piaggia is located right in the heart of Carmignano. The total vineyard extension is approximately 15 hectares, divided between the area of S. Cristina a Mezzana and the municipality of Poggio a Caiano, both areas with a great potential for top quality wines. Mauro Vannucci started this activity in 1990 because of his great passion for great red wines, with the aim to produce wines up to the standard of Carmignano appellation. In its 30 years of existence, Piaggia has managed to solidly establish its place among the great wineries of the classic Tuscan DOC of Carmignano, being called by Gambero Rosso “one of the best wineries in the region of Carmignano, rather, in Tuscany.”

Vineyard Management: Piaggia is a practicing organic winery. Integrated insect and disease control is followed. Organic fertilizers, copper and sulphur-based products are mainly used, but the vineyards see no insecticides or herbicides. The soil between the rows of vines is tilled. Low doses of SO2 in the wines for preservation.