Montecucco Sangiovese "Istrico" DOCG BIO Villa Patrizia
| Sommelier score | 88/100 | 2024 |
| James Suckling | 92/100 | 2023 |
| Winery | Villa Patrizia |
| Denomination | Montecucco Sangiovese Docg |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Grapes | 100% Sangiovese |
| Organic | Yes |
| Alcohol content | 14,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | GR 7425 |
| Winery headquarter | Villa Patrizia - Roccalbegna (GR) - Fraz.Cana |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Pasta with meat sauce, Gnocchi al ragù, Roast meat, Hard cheese, Cockerel grilled, Grilled meat, Scallops with mushrooms, Risotto |
| Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Style | Full-bodied and intense |
| Wine list | Montecucco |
Montecucco Sangiovese DOC Villa Patrizia is an organic wine from Tuscany region. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel vessels at a controlled temperature. Before the release on the market, the wine is refined in bottle for 6 months. Grapes are cultivated following the organic method: no chemical fertilizer is used to produce this wine.
Characteristics of this red wine "Montecucco Sangiovese Istrico"
It presents an intense ruby red colour. Its bouquet reminds of mint and mixed berries. The taste of this s wine reveals the characteristic of its territory: the chalky soils confers powerful tannins and the vineyards altitude generates the right tone of acidity.
Recommended pairings to Montecucco Sangiovese
It should be served in a medium broad wine glass at a temperature of 18-20°C. It can be paired with main courses with meat sauce, roasted pork and aged cheeses.
