MONTEVETRANO Magnum 1.5 L 2019 – 95 Points Robert Parker

Montevetrano 2019 Magnum is a prestigious large-format edition of one of southern Italy's most celebrated fine wines, produced by the renowned Montevetrano estate in Campania. Founded by Silvia Imparato in collaboration with acclaimed winemaker Riccardo Cotarella, Montevetrano has earned international recognition for its exceptional balance of Bordeaux-inspired sophistication and southern Italian character, often described as the “Sassicaia of the South”.

The outstanding 2019 vintage is a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Aglianico and 20% Merlot, bringing together the structure and depth of Cabernet Sauvignon, the freshness and savoury complexity of Aglianico, and the supple elegance of Merlot.

The estate's vineyards are located in San Cipriano Picentino near Salerno, where clay-rich soils, Mediterranean influences and the surrounding Picentini Mountains create favourable conditions for slow, balanced ripening.

The 2019 displays a deep ruby-red colour with purple reflections and an expressive bouquet of black cherries, ripe blackberries, dark plums and cassis, complemented by violets, dark chocolate, exotic spices, tobacco and Mediterranean herbs. On the palate, it is full-bodied, concentrated and remarkably harmonious, combining generous dark fruit with polished tannins, lively acidity and a long, savoury finish.

The grapes undergo approximately 20 days of fermentation and skin maceration in stainless steel, followed by malolactic fermentation. The wine then matures for approximately 12 months in new French oak barriques, with further bottle refinement adding complexity and integration.

Now 7 years old in 2026, Montevetrano 2019 is approaching an interesting stage in its development. Its youthful dark-fruit intensity may gradually be complemented by cedar, tobacco, dried herbs, leather and earthy spice, while its firm structure and natural freshness suggest considerable potential for further ageing.

The 1.5-litre magnum format is particularly attractive for a wine of this calibre. Its lower oxygen-to-wine ratio generally allows slower, more gradual evolution than a standard bottle, helping preserve freshness and balance over extended cellaring.

An outstanding southern Italian fine wine – combining the richness of a great Cabernet Sauvignon blend with the distinctive character of Campanian Aglianico. The impressive magnum format makes it an excellent choice for collectors, celebrations and memorable dinners.

International Recognition – 2019 Vintage

95 Points – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

96 Points – Luca Maroni

96 Points – Doctor Wine / Daniele Cernilli

5 Grappoli – Bibenda

2 Bicchieri – Gambero Rosso

Double Gold Medal – Gilbert & Gaillard