Rosso di Montalcino DOC Casanova di Neri
| Sommelier score | 92/100 | 2024 |
| 4 Grappoli AIS |
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| Winery | Casanova di Neri |
| Denomination | Rosso di Montalcino Doc |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Grapes | 100% Sangiovese |
| Alcohol content | 14,00% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Winery headquarter | Casanova di Neri - Montalcino (SI) - Podere Fiesole |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Fillet with green pepper, Cannelloni, Cockerel grilled, Rabbit, Milanese cutlet, Medium-aged cheeses, Tagliatelle with mushrooms, Florentina Steak |
| Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Rosso di Montalcino |
The Rosso di Montepulciano DOC is a Tuscany red wine. The agricultural company Casanova di Neri since 1978 (year of the first Brunello di Montalcino) produces a real qualitative certainty thanks to its love and passion for its land. The grapes is 100% Sangiovese which is produced in the vineyard located in the south of Montalcino. The grape harvest is by hand, follows the destemming of the bunches and grapes and finally the fermentation takes place without additional yeast. The refinement is in oak barrel for 15 months.
Characteristics of Rosso di Montalcino DOC
Esthetically it has an intense ruby red color with some purple reflections. The scent is fruity with some marasca cherry and violet touch. The taste is elegant, with a great structure and a young tannin of great quality. It is a wine of character with the own personality of the Casanova di Neri. The company defines it a “young Brunello”.
Recommended pairings while tasting this red wine
It has to be served in wide goblets at 16-18°C. It is suggested to open the bottle some hours before drinking it to exalt its quality. It is great to be drunk with toscany cold cut, meat main entries and grilled meat.
