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Chianti DOCG 2021 from Castello Monsanto, Sangiovese, fermented in steel and aged 6-12 months, with a price of €11.71 and varied Tuscan pairings. Reserve: no distinction, organic certification, manual harvest or sub-zone is specified.
Chianti DOCG, Sangiovese and the Chianti zone are named; the aromas of red fruits, spices and flowers match the appellation. No sub-zone or soil specified.
No award or guide is mentioned for this Chianti DOCG; Castello Monsanto is named, but no distinction is attested.
At €11.71, crossed out at €14.39, this Chianti DOCG 2021 without distinction is at a price consistent with its appellation, without any notable bargain.
Varied pairings (red meats, aged cheeses, Tuscan dishes); profile of red fruits, spices, flowers; serve at 16-18 °C; young wine capable of evolving.
Castello Monsanto named in the heart of Chianti; fermentation in steel, maceration on skins, aging 6-12 months. Organic and manual harvest not specified.
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Comment on noteThe wine
I invite you to discover a gem of Tuscany, a wine that whispers the history and passion of its land. The Monrosso Chianti DOCG from Castello Monsanto is not just a bottle, it is an encounter with Tuscan authenticity, a promise of a sensory journey.
Nestled in the heart of the Chianti region, the Castello Monsanto estate is a name that resonates with excellence. This Chianti DOCG, 2021 vintage, is the fruit of a rigorous selection of Sangiovese grapes, Tuscany's emblematic grape variety, which here expresses all its nobility. The vinification is done with care, a fermentation in steel tanks and a maceration on the skins, to extract the best from the fruit. Then, the wine ages between 6 and 12 months, refining its aromas and structure.
To the eye, this Monrosso dons a brilliant ruby red robe, a visual invitation to tasting. On the nose, I perceive clear scents of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and plum, enriched with floral nuances of violet and a delicate touch of spices. On the palate, you will find a balanced and harmonious wine, with soft tannins and a well-measured freshness that irresistibly calls for the next sip.
This Chianti DOCG is the ideal partner for the generous flavors of Italian cuisine. Imagine it alongside a dish of pasta with meat ragù, a savory beef roast, or any other traditional Tuscan dish. It also excels with aged cheeses, where its structure and tannins beautifully intertwine with the richness of the cheese.
The Monrosso Chianti DOCG 2021 from Castello Monsanto is a bottle I warmly recommend to you. It is a wine that, even young, already offers beautiful complexity, but which will also evolve over time, promising new discoveries. Let yourself be tempted by this authentic expression of Chianti, a true window onto the soul of Tuscany.