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Rosso di Montalcino 2023 from the Tassi estate, sangiovese from Montalcino vinified in steel with 6 to 12 months of aging, to be served with red meats and aged cheeses. No distinction or farming practice is specified, and the price of €29.65 remains within the norm for the appellation.
Rosso di Montalcino DOC, sangiovese and the Montalcino zone named: a clear Tuscan anchor, but no sub-zone or terroir detail beyond the appellation.
No awards or guide mentioned, producer not attested by any text: simple absence of information, score maintained in the 5.6-6.4 range.
At €29.65 (crossed out at €33.01) for a Rosso di Montalcino DOC without distinction, the price remains consistent with the appellation, with no marked advantage.
Specific pairings (red meats, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and a serving temperature of 16-18 °C indicated: an easy wine to serve and to pair.
Tassi estate named and located in Montalcino, fermentation in steel, traditional maceration and 6 to 12 months of aging specified; neither organic nor manual harvesting mentioned.
Independent rating, calculated from the property's public information and traveler reviews. Commissions received on bookings are not included in the rating.
Comment on noteThe wine
Let me guide you toward a discovery that recently enchanted my senses: a Rosso di Montalcino from the Tassi estate. This wine beautifully embodies the Tuscan winemaking tradition, offering a tasting experience that is both deep and accessible, a true reflection of its terroir.
Nestled in the fertile hills of Montalcino, the Tassi estate carefully cultivates the region's king grape: Sangiovese. This Rosso di Montalcino, named "Il Greppino 193", is the fruit of this special attention, a wine that reveals the quintessence of its origin. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks, followed by a traditional maceration that extracts all the richness of the berries. Then, this wine benefits from 6 to 12 months of aging, giving it beautiful maturity while preserving its liveliness.
At first glance, its color promises beautiful intensity. On the nose, this 2023 Rosso di Montalcino unfolds with a rich and intensely aromatic bouquet. I perceive notes of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and plum, which blend delicately with nuances of violets and sweet spices. With a bit of aeration, subtle accents of tobacco and leather come to enrich this already complex and inviting olfactory profile. On the palate, its structure is robust yet perfectly balanced. The tannins are silky, weaving a fine texture through a succulent fruity vinosity. The acidity is remarkably well integrated, keeping the wine lively and fresh on the palate. The finish is persistent, pleasantly recalling the fruity and spicy aromas perceived on the nose.
To accompany this Rosso di Montalcino, I suggest pairings that will highlight its personality. It will be perfect with flavorful dishes of Italian cuisine, such as tagliatelle with wild boar ragù or red meat roasts. Aged cheeses will also be an excellent companion. This wine is not just an accompaniment, it is also an invitation to meditation, to be savored slowly to appreciate all its nuances. Let yourself be carried away by this wine that tells the story of its territory and which will, I am certain, surprise and charm you with every sip.
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