Ad Astra

Story

The name of our second wine from the Maremma region is gleaned from the Latin phrase Per Aspera Ad Astra — “a rough road leads to the stars”. A phrase that is also true for great wines, as greatness requires a great deal of loving work and care in the vineyards. As is the case with its “older brother” Nectar Dei, Ad Astra grows on the sun-drenched hills of our estate Mongibello delle Mandorlaie in Southern Maremma.

Ad Astra is an approachable yet simultaneously complex red wine that is also a true pleasure when enjoyed young. The respected Italian wine guide Gambero Rosso awarded Ad Astra in the past with the highest rating possible, the Tre Bicchieri (“Three Glasses”).

Winemaking

Fermentation in 5 and 10.5-ton stainless steel tanks, followed by twelve months of aging in French oak barrique and tonneaux, a few month in concrete and subsequent bottle aging for 6 month.

Tasting Notes:

Deep ruby red, suggestive nose of plums and berries and with a hint of licorice; a fine wine with a complex bouquet. Excellently suited to all variations of fish and different appetizers. Best served at approx. 16° C (61° F).

Details

• Country: Italy
• Region: Maremma
• Producer: Nittardi
• Winemaker: Léon Femfert
• Type: Still Red
• Grape: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, secret varieties
• Vintage: 2018

P1,800