Rosso di Montalcino DOC BIO La Torre
| Sommelier score | 92/100 | 2024 |
| Winery | La Torre |
| Denomination | Rosso di Montalcino Doc |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Grapes | 100% Sangiovese |
| Organic | Yes |
| Alcohol content | 14,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | SI 5629 |
| Winery headquarter | Azienda Agricola La Torre - Montalcino fraz. Sant'Angelo in Colle (SI) - Località La Torre |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Sliced beef, Cold cuts and salami, Risotto, Sausage, pork knuckle baked, Medium-aged cheeses, Grilled meat, Pasta all'amatriciana |
| Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Style | Full-bodied and intense |
| Wine list | Rosso di Montalcino |
Rosso di Montalcino DOC Is a great Italian red wine. Grapes are 100% Sangiovese Brunello variety, vineyards are located at south of Montalcino territory, in Sant’Angelo del Colle. Maceration take place at a controlled temperature for 20 days with grapes yeasts. Wine undergoes ageing first in small oak barrels for 18 months, than in barriques for 12 months, then wine is bottled and refined for 3 months. During the bottling period, refinement continues for other 3 months in cellar.
Characteristics of this red wine from Tuscany
It presents a ruby red colour. Winy bouquet with violet and tobacco notes. It is a dry and balanced wine with the typical classic Sangiovese taste: robust and structured with a persistent and slightly bitter aftertaste.
Recommended pairings while tasting this Rosso di Montalcino
It should be served in a broad and transparent crystal wine glass at a temperature of about 16-18°C. We suggest to uncork the bottle one hour before serving, in order to enhance its qualities. It can be perfectly paired with main courses with meat sauce, white meat, young or mid-aged cheeses.
