To help ease this burden, back in the early 80s the authorities created Rosso di Montalcino, a wine that, like Brunello, could be made of only sangiovese but was required to have only one year of aging before it could be sold. Overall these wines are more powerful, intense, and fuller-bodied that those from the other Tuscan regions and have the ability to age for years. Found inside Page 267 20% merlot, 15% sangiovese ANNUAL PRODUCTION: 20,000 bottles AGING: 18 months in small oak PRODUCTION METHOD: Certified organic Brunello di Montalcino Alcohol content: 14.5%. While many people hold out for Brunello, I have to say, that Ive found myself to be a fan of Rosso di Montalcino. The Rosso di Montalcino "Canalicchio di Sopra" mainly comes from the vinayards located in the Canalicchio Cru, in a soil with marked clay component, very rich in intermediate elements such as magnesium, iron and Manganese. At the more expensive end, at $38, were the 2009 Valdicava, a lush, rich yet delicious wine, and the 2009 Conti Costanti, a dense, tannic wine that was one of the few in the tasting that did seem to need a little more aging. Cant say Ive ever seen an Italian wine pairing with hot dogs. Found inside Page 101Tuscany's flagship wine is Brunello di Montalcino, a clone of sangiovese grosso that was renamed. Brunellos are much more intense: You want food with them. Il Poggione is one of the most highly regarded Brunello di Montalcino producers with a rich history and reputation for stylistic consistency. And it goes into the blend of Super Tuscan wines. drinking Sangiovese wines in Tuscany.Carmignano DOCGLocated west of Florence in the hills of Montalbano, these folks were producing Super Tuscans before that was even a thing. Glad to have you join our group. Made from pure Sangiovese grapes grown on calcareous and clayey soil, it is aged for 10 months in large wooden barrels and rests in the bottle for a further 4 months. Sangiovese grape is indigenous to Italy and mainly planted in Tuscany. The Story. (Winebow/Leonardo LoCasio Selections, New York), Poggio Antico, $33, *** Rosso di Montalcino 2008 Dark and tannic with earthy, spicy aromas of cherries and violets. To change that would blur the meaning of the appellation and our vision of its wines. Say it aint so! It is made from 100% Sangiovese grapes. You never know unless you try, right?! Found inside Page 206But if the progress with sangiovese continues. you'll probably see more Chianti Brunello di Montalcino Not fat from the southern reaches of Chianti Foods: Spicy pastas, rice dishes, roasted red and white meats. It looks amazing! And be sure to check out what my fellow #ItalianFWT bloggers are sipping on: I look forward to your newsletter. Rosso di Montalcino, Gianni Brunelli 2019. Drink or hold. Some tasted of new oak barrels; others tasted just of the grape. Winemaking Maceration for 7-10 days. Italian wine." Piero Antinori, President, Antinori Wines "Bravo to Ed and Mary! This book shows their love for Italy, the Italian producers, and the great marriage of local foods with local wines. Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Beef, Venison, White Rice, Potato, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Pasta, Herbs, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Pungent Cheese, Chicken, Salami & Prosciutto, Soft Cheese, Duck, Tomato-Based, Pork, Found insideRennina is drier and a little tougher, but is full of authentic Sangiovese character. red 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997 * Brunello di Montalcino: Sugarille, So. Here sat the wine panel, having tasted 20 bottles of Rosso di Montalcino, reveling in the unmistakable earthy, dusty flavors of pure sangiovese. Cheers! But now hes abandoning life behind the laptop for a new one making his own wine in the French Pyrenees. For a sneak preview of Chateau Monty go to Channel4.com. It pours to reveal a medium garnet color with bright aromas of sour cherry, redcurrant, blue flower and a touch of bitter almond. Intense and delicate aromas of fresh fruits with notes of cherry. Color: Ruby Red Aroma characteristics: Fruit, floral, with notes of ferrovia cherry, and fresh violets. But true to form, Montepluciano dAbruzzo, which is made predominantly with Montepulciano may contain a small amount of Sangiovese. The Uccelliera 2018 Rosso di Montalcino offers all the Sangiovese basics, and it does so in style. Of course. Flavour: it is a wine of nice structure, tannic, intense and with good persistence. You're saving $7.00! (Empson U.S.A., Alexandria, Va.), https://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/26/dining/reviews/rosso-di-montalcino-wine-review.html, Tony Cenicola NYTCREDIT: Tony Cenicola/The New York Times red wine. The varietal is 100% Sangiovese and comes from the Tuscany region of Italy. Born on the hills surrounding Montalcino, at an altitude of 400 meters above sea level. The wines grew darker, softer, thicker, explosively fruity. Size: 1.5 l. Rosso di Montalcino 2016 Magnum Found inside Page 113Three DOCs (Rosso di Montalcino, Moscadello di Montalcino, The vineyards, all planted with the Sangiovese varietal, are divided into seven separate Darn. (Palm Bay International, Boca Raton, Fla.), Conti Costanti, $38, ** Rosso di Montalcino 2009 Earthy with persistent aromas and flavors of ripe black cherries. I always want people to know that wine can be laid back and fun. Honest and clean cut, the 2018 Rosso di Montalcino reveals aromas of small red berry fruits as we find them in the forest during summer: raspberries, wild strawberries and red currant, but also sour cherries, so typical of Sangiovese from a cool vintage, which are immediately backed up Collosorbo 2017 Rosso di Montalcino. This month, the #ItalianFWT bloggers are taking a closer look at Sangiovese wines around Italy. Just last month, producers voted again to uphold the 100 percent requirement. Grape variety. Found inside Page 77Although Sangiovese is the most widely planted red variety in Italy, Save the opulent Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano for such Found inside Page 391Like brunello di Montalcino and Chianti, vino nobile is made primarily from its own set of clones of sangiovese. These are collectively Chianinaa breed of In this handy book of ideas, Sifton delivers more than one hundred no-recipe recipeseach gloriously photographedto make with the ingredients you have on hand or could pick up on a quick trip to the store. In fact, they were so good that I couldnt help but wonder about all the conflict in Montalcino, where its been a rough few years for the wine business. Found inside Page 6420 to $ 40 known Morellino , the local variant of Sangiovese from 16-18 Tuscany Imported by Domaine Select Caparzo ROSSO DI MONTALCINO Medium - bodied . [] Katrina of The Corkscrew Concierge is Exploring Sangiovese Rosso di Montalcino Paired with a Summer Classic []. These wines used foreign grapes like cabernet sauvignon, syrah and merlot, and many were aged in new barrels of French oak. 100% Sangiovese Grosso grown in marl and limestone soils. Rated 91 - A red with cherry and walnut character. With a lovely intensity. Cheers! 4 was the gorgeous, earthy and vibrant 2009 Uccelliera. $ 19.99. That hotdog.OMGthat is a gourmet delight! The taste is medium to full bodied, well balanced and persistent. DOC. Found inside Page 151If you think that is extravagant , a taste of mature Brunello will change your Rosso di Montalcino doesn't ask so much , but is still best served with Grapes: Sangiovese 100%. This is a young Le Chiuse, $22, *** Rosso di Montalcino 2008 Pure, firm, balanced and perfumed with great texture and persistent flavors of red fruit, flowers and smoke. Overview. Sangiovese, the beating heart, I believe Nebiolo may have something to say about that, in the nicest way! A diverse array of wines are made by this producer including those from grapes Merlot - Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Rare Red Blend, Merlot, and Rare Rose Blend. It is the grape responsible for the potent and long-lived Brunello di Montalcino wines, which are made totally from this variety. 2015 was a great vintage for Rosso di Montalcino and in general. Made from Sangiovese grapes from Montalcino, Italy. They wanted less talking and more drinking. It has to go a little further north to Piemonte. Found inside Page 1257 Red : Sangiovese , Canaiolo White : Trebbiano , Vermentino , Vernaccia , Grechetto , Malvasia ( Chianti , Brunello di Montalcino , Rosso di Montalcino Found inside Page 171Sangiovese The name Sangiovese is derived from the Latin words for blood of Jove. Brunello di Montalcino, Rosso di Montalcino, and several other wines. With a lovely intensity. Like Brunello, Rosso di Montalcino is required to be 100 percent sangiovese. Azienda Agricola Patrizia Cencioni - Podere Capanna, 102 - 53024 Montalcino (SI) Italia - P.IVA 00388920522. Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino wines are produced around the beautiful Tuscan village of Montalcino. "-Publishers Weekly"This book is a treasure: a compulsively readable collection by the revolutionary wine merchant who, almost single-handedly, has brought about a new understanding of wine as a unique expression of land, tradition, and Im inspired to totally upgrade my toppings! Not quite as widely known as other Rosso di Montalcino wines. 2 bottle, the 2009 Altesino, was graceful and silky with clear, direct aromas and flavors. Found inside Page 198While you're on the Sangiovese hunt, be on the lookout for a wine called Rosso di Montalcino, made from Sangiovese (actually from a cousin called Sangiovese (Vignaioli Selections, New York), Campogiovanni, $25, ** Rosso di Montalcino 2009 Tannic and dense, with aromas of minerals and dark fruit. Found inside Page 310Wines: Brunello di Montalcino, Rosso di Montalcino. Of the 32 hectares under vine, 30 are planted with Sangiovese and 2 with Cabernet Sauvignon. Villa Bibbiani 2018 Pulignano Sangiovese (Toscana) Carmignano wines must be comprised of at least 50% Sangiovese along with up to 20% Cabernet Sauvignon or Cabernet Franc. Welcome to the Italian Food, Wine, and Travel group. Buy 750ml 2018 Capanna Rosso Di Montalcino from Rosso Di Montalcino, Tuscany, and browse Saratoga Wine Exchange's entire selection of Sangiovese today. And even as notable as these are, I still sometimes confuse it with Nebbiolo when tasting blind. No, we dont need a wine holiday to, Subscribe for updates from The Corkscrew Concierge, Exploring Sangiovese and Pairing Rosso di Montalcino with a Summer Classic #ItalianFWT, Sangiovese by another namelike Morellino or Prugnolo Gentile. Like Brunello, Rosso di Montalcino is made with one hundred percent Sangiovese in the same region. Rosso comes from the same area of origin as the prestigious Brunello di Montalcino, sharing the same Mediterranean climate and also based on 100% Sangiovese. For the tasting, Florence Fabricant and I were joined by two guests, Lacey Burke, a sommelier at Del Posto, and Gabrio Tosti di Valminuta, the proprietor of De-Vino, a largely Italian wine shop on the Lower East Side. The 2008 Poggio Antico, our No. Technical data sheet. Returning to the question of what all the fuss was about, I will say that I am thrilled that the Montalcino producers will retain the sangiovese rules. Grapes: Sangiovese grosso 100%. Rosso di Montalcino is not just Brunello's little brother, it is a foundational component of the culture of Montalcino and Italy itself. Found inside Page 431Brunello di Montalcino, Rosso di Montalcino, Moscadello di Montalcino DOCG Brunello di Montalcino - pure Sangiovese. DOCG since 1980. Additional vintages. Vineyards Estate vineyards in the southern part of Montalcino. Found inside Page 252FIGURE 7.12 Brunello di Montalcino is one of Italy's wines made oI1OO percent Sangiovese grapes. Brunello is the local name for the Sangiovese grape. Naturally, we did find some stylistic deviations. Poggio Nardone Rosso di Montalcino is 100 percent Sangiovese Grosso. You now have FREE access to nearly 300,000 wine, beer and spirit reviews. Taste: Elegant and dry with a very good balance. Editors' Choice. Sangiovese, exclusively, is the foundation on which Brunello di Montalcino, and Rosso by extension, have been built. Renieri Rosso di Montalcino, 2018 750ml James Suckling-Tuscany, Italy - ""Attractive aromas of plums, orange peel and orange blossom follow through to a medium to full body with ripe, creamy-textured tannins and a delicious aftertaste of red fruit and citrus."" Like Brunello, Rosso di Montalcino is made with one hundred percent Sangiovese in the same region. Though Sangiovese Intense ruby red color with garnet tints. Over time, the period of barrel-aging was reduced to 24 months, although producers were still required to age their wines for four years, delaying substantially the return on their investment. So, again, why were people unhappy? It is Italys most widely planted variety and used to give me absolute fits when I first started studying Italian wine. Then came prolonged debate over whether to change that rule and others, along with soul searching, breast beating, garment rending and other essential expressions of an acute identity crisis. Once called Vermiglio (vermilion), Rosso di Montalcino is a dry, fruity red wine produced in the village of Montalcino in Tuscany. Good luck on your studies. You agree to our use of cookies by closing this message box or continuing to use our site. Castello Banfi Rosso di Montalcino is a dry red wine. The density is 4,900 strains per hectare and the cultivation form is free Alberello. This med-red colored wine is Moscadello di Montalcino is a sweet white wine made from Muscat. From the delicate floral strawberry aromas of Montefalco Rosso to the intensely dark and tannic wines of Brunello di Montalcino, Sangiovese wine has something for everyone. The grapes for these wines must be grown in a smaller area within the heart of Chianti. From 283 to 290 masl. In the past Ive tasted Brunellos and Rossos that I suspected were not exclusively sangiovese, but none of these wines raised suspicions. What Grape is Used in Rosso di Montalcino Wine. Read about whats new and get updated on events and tastings. Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is not made from the Montepulciano grape. The Sant'Antimo DOC was named for the 9t Fun! Not even a little bit! While good traditional Brunellos like those made by Biondi-Santi offer a rare combination of purity, depth of flavor, intensity and grace, many consumers did not want to make the investment in time. All estate-owned fruit! ), melted smoked cheddar, crispy onion strings, and green onions. Rosso di Montalcino is made from 100% Sangiovese grown in the same delineated region as Brunello di Montalcino. However, the wine is required to spend only six months aging in oak and 1 year total aging before release. Chianti DOCGSangiovese is the predominant variety (minimum of 70%) in Chianti DOCG wines, including its seven subzones2 which are some of the most recognized wines from the region. Here, Sangiovese is known as Morellino, hence the regions name; as in Montalcino, it translates in the local dialect to little dark one. Morellino is more plush and juicy, the acidity softened by dark, drinkable cherry fruit. High acidity with notable characteristics of sour cherry and balsamic. Anyone interested in delving deeply into Italian wine needs a copy of this book"Michael Apstein, James Beard Awardwinning wine writer and Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School "I get asked all the time, which wine Bouquet: Intense, a scent of fruit and flowers. But there is no doubt that these Tuscan beauties are absolutely food-friendly wines that should occupy a place on your table from time to time. Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2018 Rosso di Montalcino. This medium-bodied, high-acid, high tannin wine can be savory, fruity, or a combination due to its ability to adapt to varied environments and depending on where its grown and the style in which its made. BY ANTONIO GALLONI | OCTOBER 03, 2019. Dont get me wrong, I do have some Brunello stashed away in the cellar, but stashed away is the operative phrase here. Really! It is used in making the wines of Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Thank you for doing these each month! Whats more, in the late 1980s and 90s, critics and consumers became enamored of wines that did not conform to any appellation rules , like the Super-Tuscans. Giovanna supplies the necessary warmth and care to bring serenity to The best Sangiovese grapes from the youngest vines. Even though it has a longer aging requirement, it provides tremendous value and is often recommended when Brunellos (see below) price hurts your feelings. Seeing the popularity of these luxuriant wines, many Brunello producers began their own stylistic experiments. Brunello has some of the longest ageing requirements before release (which drives up the price) and even then, many are years from really being drinkable and showing their best. But it typically comes from younger vines and has a much shorter ageing requirement. I did taste a Morellino di Scansano and found it to be fresh with great depth, which was perfect for our mood. Rosso di Montalcino is a DOC than encompasses the exact same area as the Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, the difference being that Rosso de Montalcinos require only one year of aging. But there is what many refer to as a Baby Brunello for that. Learn how your comment data is processed. Some bark, too. Brunello di Montalcino is named for the town of Montalcino where the grapes are grown. We topped our grilled dogs with mild homemade chili (cant even get black pepper past Thing 2! Tasty. See how they mess with your head? Plenty of wines are labeled Rosso di Toscana, indicating they are red wines from Tuscany, but dont necessarily conform to the rules of any appellation. The Montalcino DOCG Poggio Landi 2016 is a fruity, fresh and elegant red wine. You know the rest: scandal, debate and, finally, in late 2008, affirmation of the 100 percent sangiovese rule. Grape variety 100% Sangiovese (Brunello) Barrel aging 6-7 months in Allier oak barrels of 54 hl. Wines made from Sangiovese tend to exhibit the grape's naturally high acidity as well as moderate to high tannin content and light color. Like in Montepulciano, it is possible to make a declassified DOC wine that is softer and more approachable. Brunello made in the traditional manner can yield a wine that is lean and tight, requiring years to unwind, even after its long aging at the winery. A Rosso di Montalcino made from 100% Sangiovese in the Brunello di Montalcino region. And while Sangiovese can be found in various places up and down the boot,1 its beating heart is Tuscany. You ever read a card in the wine store that waxes poetic about well-drained, sandy loam soil and wonder what the heck they are talking, Every year, its the same question what are some great wine lover gifts? The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino is a dark and thickly textured expression with loads of dark cherry and blackberry woven deep within its core. Brunello di Montalcino - Made from 100% Sangiovese grapes from a specific clone called "Brunello" in the town of Montalcino. In the early 1980s, the wine estate of Castello Banfi attempted to revive the style by planting Muscat. Rosso di Montalcino Sangiovese. A fun post to read! Alcohol content of Castello Banfi Rosso di Montalcino is 14.0% by volume according to the bottle. Rosso Di Montalcino. For fans of Italian wine, few names command the level of respect accorded to Brunello di Montalcino. Medium all the way through with acid, body, and tannins, this Rosso di M was smooth, nicely balanced, and offered up fresh red fruits.And yall! At the same time, styles and overall quality are variable, which makes navigating Rosso a bit of a minefield. LUCA GARDINI) Rosso di Montalcino, Brunello's baby brother was designated in 1984 from the same area as Brunello, but to allow the inclusion of younger grapes. Found inside Page 847 other local red varieties Brunello di Montalcino, DOCG (R) Sangiovese Candia dei Colli Apuani (R, P) Sangiovese, Merlot, up to 20% other red grapes 100% Sangiovese, this Rosso from the esteemed Tuscan producer Argiano, is a lovely fresh and approachable wine with classic Sangiovese cherry notes and a refreshing streak of acidity. What is Rosso di Montalcino wine? Pairing: First courses of meat, Roast, roasted meat, Selvaggina. Great article, Sangiovese is indeed confusing, already as a grape with its various clonesand then, of course, also with the many denominations. Denomination: Rosso di Montalcino DOC Grape: 100% Sangiovese Vinification: Steel vats Ageing: 30 months in 26, 42 and 7.5 hl Slovonia oak barrels Alcohol content: 14,5 % Vol. And since its summer and were doing more grilling, I decided to pair a Rosso di Montalcino with a summer classic hot dogs. With a notable Mediterranean-influenced climate, the warmer temperatures of the region take some of the edge off Sangioveses usual acidity resulting in wines with plush and juicy red fruit. And so seamless was this pairing that when dinner was over and we retreated to the front porch to finish off the bottle, I found that I loved it more with the hot dog. Found inside Page 248SANGIOVESE From Brunello di Montalcino to Chianti Classico, Sangiovese makes some ofltaly's most famous, ageworthy red wines. And thanks for the welcome. Found insideHeady Reds Even more prestigious is Brunello di Montalcino made from Sangiovese grapes from the commune of Montalcino. Brunello di Montalcino is available The 5 hectares of specialized vineyards in Montalcino are at an altitude of 350 meters above sea level and are surrounded by woodlands of ilex, oak and arbutus which First came scandal in 2008, when some producers of Brunello di Montalcino were accused of adding other grapes to a wine that by law must be made of only the sangiovese grape. We use cookies for analytics and to improve our site. Found inside Page 172 di Montalcino Banditella Rosso di Montalcino Chianti Gineprone Den . Red Red Red Red Rosso degli Spezieri Igt Wine Red Variety Sangiovese Sangiovese (San Felice U.S.A., Manhasset, N.Y.), Col d'Orcia, $24, ** Rosso di Montalcino 2009 Rich, plush and ripe with flavors of black cherries, licorice and a touch of oak. 2018 2017 2016 2012. But very few of the wines were polarizing. But it typically comes from younger vines and has a much shorter ageing requirement. Both are made entirely from a local variant of the Sangiovese grape known as Brunellotranslated as the ""little dark one," referring to the size and color of the grape. This wine amply exhibits the great versatility of Sangiovese which can produce high-quality results even in Type DOC. Its not as if the region were tampering with centuries of tradition. Its medium-bodied with pretty fruit and a spicy finish. Sangiovese 100%. Does this limit the flexibility of producers in years when they are unhappy with their sangiovese crop? Found inside Page 434Sangiovese is also planted in Washington State and New Mexico, from a minimum of50 percent up to a 100 percent: Brunello di Montalcino (100 percent Castello Banfi. Rosso di Montalcino is found in the same defined area as its bigger brother, the Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. Thanks for signing up! Producer Il Poggiolo. I may never drink another rose with a hot dog again! The best Sangiovese grapes from the youngest vines, Ageing: 30 months in 26, 42 and 7.5 hl Slovonia oak barrels. Varietal: Sangiovese. Once called Vermiglio (vermilion), Rosso di Montalcino is a dry, fruity red wine produced in the village of Montalcino in Tuscany. Rosso comes from the same area of origin as the prestigious Brunello di Montalcino, sharing the same Mediterranean climate and also based on 100% Sangiovese. Aging: 1 year. Found inside Page 76Brunello producers also make the DOCs of Rosso di Montalcino (a younger wine from Sangiovese), the sweet white Moscadello di Montalcino (from Mosca- to) and 2017 Uccelliera Rosso Di Montalcino. Thank you for the breakdown on all these regions for Sangiovese. In fact, 13 of our 20 wines cost $25 or under, and our best value, the fresh, graceful 2009 Mocali, was just $17. And yes, I know that Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is a mouthful, which is why some folks have taken to just calling it Nobile.Morellino di Scansano DOCGLocated over in Maremma in the world of the Super Tuscans, Morellino di Scansano is the most southerly DOCG in Tuscany that focuses on Sangiovese. Altitude. Found inside Page 1024Rosso di Montalcino is red wine made from the Brunello clone of Sangiovese that is not aged long enough to qualify as Brunello di Montalcino . Rosso di Montalcino. Well, I also get the question of what to get the, The third Friday of September is upon us so that means it is almost International Grenache Day. Found insideEven the Rosso di Montepulciano, blended from Prugnolo (Sangiovese), Meanwhile, the Rosso di Montalcino, made in the same manner though aged for less The style was once widely produced in Montalcino but fell out of style following World War II. Our No. These wines must be made with one hundred percent Brunello, which is the local name of the particular Sangiovese clone. Ahh, Sangiovese. (Michael Skurnik Wines), Valdicava, $38, ** Rosso di Montalcino 2009 Pure and bright with floral, mineral and red fruit aromas. DOC. Rosso di Montalcino "Lo Scorno" by San Filippo is a decisive and fruity red wine from one of the most interesting production areas in Tuscany. Found inside Page 116Sangiovese is responsible for five of the six DOCG wines made in Tuscany , including Chianti , Chianti Classico , Brunello di Montalcino , Vino Nobile di Like Brunello, Rosso di Montalcino is made with one hundred percent Sangiovese in the same region. But it typically comes from younger vines and has a much shorter ageing requirement. While many people hold out for Brunello, I have to say, that Ive found myself to be a fan of Rosso di Montalcino. And whatever your preference in wine, there is a Sangiovese for you! I thought it was a fun pairing too. In addition to Brunello di Montalcino, producers in the Montalcino region can produce wine under Rosso di Montalcino, Sant'Antimo and Moscadello di Montalcino DOCs as well as the generic Indicazione geografica tipica designation of Toscana IGT. Ive heard that there are close to 50 names for Sangiovese! Blending can have a pronounced effect on enhancing or tempering the wine's quality. Situated in the southwestern part of Tuscany the town of Montalcino sits on a ridge about 400 feet above the Eastern plain. A red wine produced by Siro Pacenti. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. (#ItalianFWT) | Crushed Grape Chronicles, Why The Dirt Matters Breaking Down Vineyard Soils, Get Thee Some Santa Barbara Grenache For Your Grenache Day Celebration. Food Pairings: red meats, pasta, cold cuts and cheese. Aging: 21 months in oak and 32 months in bottle. Found inside Page 204The full - bodied Brunello di Montalcino and lighter Rosso di Montalcino are made from close relatives of Chanti Sangiovese grapes . In this groundbreaking new book, Nicolas Belfrage shares his insiders knowledge acquired as a specialist wine trader and writer. The striking characteristics of its composition as per product specifications, the Rosso di Montalcino is only made with 100% Sangiovese grapes cultivated within the Montalcino territory give way to a youthful wine that boasts the same superb structure of the Brunello. A declassified DOC (as opposed to DOCG) wine from the region called, Rosso di Montepulciano, is made in times of lesser vintages or in the case of young vines and provides a less expensive, earlier drinking version of Sangiovese from Montepulciano. Looking forward to seeing all the Italian wine love. % by volume according to the bottle and lighter-bodied ; others tasted just of the same.. 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