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IGT Toscana Rosso
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IGT Toscana Rosso

Red Montalcino Cantina Di Montalcino Estate
10,53 €
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Fair

IGT Toscana rouge 2021 de la Cantina Di Montalcino, assemblant 80 % Sangiovese et 20 % Cabernet Sauvignon sur la zone de Montalcino. Limite : appellation IGT générique et aucune distinction ni durée d'élevage précisée.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %6,8

    IGT Toscana générique sans sous-zone, mais Sangiovese 80 % et Cabernet 20 % ancrés à Montalcino ; profil fruits rouges, épices, notes balsamiques cohérent.

  • Recognition20 %6,0

    Aucune récompense ni guide mentionné ; producteur Cantina Di Montalcino nommé, sans réputation attestée dans les sources.

  • Value for money25 %7,2

    À 10,53 € (prix barré 12,07 €) pour un IGT toscan 2021, le tarif reste modéré pour ce rang décrit, sans distinction.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,4

    Accords précis (viandes rouges, gibier, fromages affinés), profil aromatique détaillé et service indiqué à 16-18 °C ; décantation conseillée.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,0

    Cantina Di Montalcino nommée et située à Montalcino ; fermentation en acier, malolactique en barrique et élevage en fûts précisés, durées non précisées.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape varietySangiovese 80%, Cabernet Sauvignon 20%
AppellationIGT
Production zoneMontalcino
Vintage2021
Alcohol content13.0%
Format75 cl
ColorIntense ruby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, game, aged cheeses

The wine

Pigolaia IGT Toscana: The red soul of Cantina Di Montalcino

I invite you to discover a wine that whispers the very essence of Tuscany, an authentic expression of a generous terroir. Pigolaia is not just a wine, it is a story of sun-drenched hills and grapes bursting with character, a true favorite that I am delighted to share with you.

Montalcino: The setting for a Tuscan red

This red wine, the IGT Toscana Rosso Pigolaia, is the work of Cantina Di Montalcino, an estate nestled in the heart of Tuscany. It is here, on these hills where the Mediterranean climate and rich soil meet, that the grape varieties give their very best. Pigolaia 2021 is the fruit of a blend designed for balance: 80% Sangiovese, the undisputed king of the region, married with 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, bringing structure and depth. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled steel tanks, followed by malolactic fermentation in barrels, before aging in wooden casks that shapes its profile.

At first glance, it reveals itself in an intense ruby red color, with hues that, over time, will tend toward garnet. On the nose, the bouquet is complex and engaging: you will find predominant notes of ripe red fruits such as cherry and plum, enriched by spicy nuances of black pepper. A light breath of vanilla testifies to its elegant passage in barrel. On the palate, the wine is structured and well balanced, with a finely crafted tannic framework. The acidity is lively yet harmoniously integrated, supporting a long and persistent finish, marked by impressions of black fruits and a slight mineral vein.

Pairing Pigolaia: The art of the Tuscan table

To fully appreciate this Pigolaia, I recommend serving it at a temperature of around 18°C, ideally after letting it decant for a few hours so that it reveals all its richness. This wine is an ideal companion for the robust dishes of Tuscan cuisine: think of roasted red meats, game, or aged cheeses. It will enhance a dinner among friends or a convivial evening, and will also make a refined gift for lovers of great Tuscan wines. Let yourself be carried away by this invitation to a sensory journey, a true gem of Cantina Di Montalcino.

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Pigolaia 2021 has a clever blend: 80 % Sangiovese, lifted by 20 % Cabernet Sauvignon, followed by malolactic fermentation in barrel that gives it depth. Remember to decant it a few hours before serving at around 18 °C.

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