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Rosso di Montalcino DOC

Rosso di Montalcino DOC
Italy

Red • 100% Sangiovese Grosso
  • Tasting Notes
  • Pairs With
    Cheese (Hard)
    Pasta
  • ColorDark ruby red color
  • NoseThe aromas on the nose are fresh and fruity, with some hints of tertiary scents
    Blackberryblackberry
    Raisinraisin
    Raspberryraspberry
  • FlavorA firm structure, that shows already great roundness, supportsthe alcohol content in perfect equilibrium.

Tuscany At a Glance

Region Name Tuscany

Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and Super Tuscans from Bolgheri are some of the world’s most famous wines and are adored by collectors, and they all hail from the gorgeous region of Tuscany.

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Vintage Publication Score Review Date POS Generator
2020 Decanter 93 Aug 2022 Shelf Talker Full Page Review
2020 James Suckling Magazine 91 Aug 2022 Shelf Talker Full Page Review
2019 James Suckling 91 Jul 2021 Shelf Talker Full Page Review
2018 Wine Enthusiast 94 May 2024 Shelf Talker Full Page Review
2018 Vinous Media 91 Apr 2020 Shelf Talker Full Page Review
2016 Wine Enthusiast 88 Jul 2019 Shelf Talker Full Page Review
2016 Wine Advocate 88 Feb 2019 Shelf Talker Full Page Review
  • Score: 93 Vintage 2020 Decanter Fossacolle manages four hectares in Tavernelle, a southern village within the Montalcino appellation but quite high in altitude and surrounded by forest. Here, Sangiovese Grosso matures with plenty of aromatics. Medlar, rhubarb, smoke, raspberry, anise and graphite...the complexity on the nose is completed in the mouth by large velvety tannins, refreshing acidity and a long, thick finish. Exquisitely typical Sangiovese. Shelf Talker Full Page Review
  • Score: 91 Vintage 2020 James Suckling Magazine Currants, black cherries, crushed stones and hazelnuts on the nose, leading to a juicy and creamy palate with a medium body and supple tannins. Delicious hazelnut character at the end. Drink now. Shelf Talker Full Page Review
  • Score: 91 Vintage 2019 James Suckling Rather dusty and fruity with dark cherries and berries, as well as cedar. Medium body. Flavorful finish. Drink now. Shelf Talker Full Page Review
  • Score: 94 Vintage 2018 Wine Enthusiast On the nose, aromas of cherry, blood orange, iron and sage come together to create a warm, sanguine feeling. The palate leans earthy, with notes of brick and more herbs, but the incisive astringency of dried cherries and cranberries provides balance. Acid slices through a cloud of dusty, chewy tannins. Shelf Talker Full Page Review
  • Score: 91 Vintage 2018 Vinous Media Deep red. Clean, fresh aromas of red fruit, tobacco and underbrush. Juicy and broad in scope with polished tannins that nicely let the ripe red fruit and herbal flavors flow on the rising long finish. A touch of alcohol-derived warmth becomes apparent on the back end, but this stays lively and fresh throughout. Shelf Talker Full Page Review
  • Score: 88 Vintage 2016 Wine Enthusiast Aromas of ripe dark berry, underbrush and cooking spice lead the nose. The fleshy palate offers black plum, licorice and vanilla alongside supple tannins. Drink through 2021. KERIN O’KEEFE Shelf Talker Full Page Review
  • Score: 88 Vintage 2016 Wine Advocate This is a cheerfully fresh and zesty wine to drink on informal occasions. The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino (with 5,600 bottles made) opens to a pretty bouquet with cherry, raspberry and red currant. There are mild background hints of smoke and tar. It washes over the palate with simplicity and ease. Shelf Talker Full Page Review