”Confino“, which in English means “border”, takes its name from the position of the plot of land, which is located on the north/east border of the municipality of Montepulciano, in the province of Sienna. Lombardo is a relatively new producer (1974) for Tuscany, but they have some excellent vineyards – sandstone, which gives elegance, and clay which gives tannin and power. Located in the heart of Montepulciano, the Lombardo Company, founded in 1972 by Antonino, father of the current owner Giacinto, is composed of about 35 ha of vineyards, with the vast majority planted in Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile).
The plants are divided into various vineyards located in Caggiole, Confino, S.Polo and Gracciano, where the company is also based.
The soil of Caggiole is full of sandstone (tufo) – perfect for producing elegant non-tannic wines. Confino and Gracciano is rich in clay soil producing very powerful and tannic wines. The cellars are located on the Provincial Road of Montepulciano, where the winemaking, refining and bottling department is located, and in Via Umbria, in the frame of the 18th-century villa, which houses the family, the cellars and tasting room.
This wine is rich and full-bodied with aromas of dark berries, blackberries, cherries, and hints of spice and herbs. On the palate, it offers a complex, well-balanced profile, robust fruit flavors, subtle oak influences, smooth integrated tannins, and a pleasant lingering finish.
“A fruity nose of blackberries, plums, cassis, violets and stones.Medium-bodied with plush tannins. Juicy, supple and fresh.”
– J. Suckling 90pts
“Fabulous Wine Rich Yet Elegant, loaded with Black and Blue Fruits Delicious!! Best served With beef, lamb or any tomato-based pasta!”
– Jim Lufty, Fine Wine Source