COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Biondi-Santi
REGION
Tuscany
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Biondi-Santi Rosso di Montalcino 2019 hails from the esteemed Biondi-Santi estate in Tuscany, a producer with deep roots in the history of Brunello di Montalcino. Founded in the mid-19th century, the estate is guided by a philosophy that emphasizes elegance, longevity, and a profound respect for Sangiovese. This Rosso di Montalcino is produced from the estate's younger vines, typically under ten years of age, from vineyards such as Tenuta Greppo, Ribusuoli, and Pievecchia. These vineyards benefit from the region's clay and limestone soils and high altitude, contributing to the wine's distinctive character. The wine was renamed Rosso di Montalcino in 1983, having previously been known as 'White Label Brunello', and is often seen as an accessible entry point into the Biondi-Santi portfolio.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€85
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Originally known as 'White Label Brunello'.
Fact 02
Renamed Rosso di Montalcino in 1983.
Fact 03
Made from Biondi-Santi's younger vines.
Fact 04
Considered the 'gateway' to the Biondi-Santi experience.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Biondi-Santi Rosso di Montalcino 2019 is produced using traditional winemaking methods. Grapes are fermented in cement vats with indigenous yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in large, neutral Slavonian oak barrels, a practice that avoids the influence of new oak. Viticulture is meticulously managed, with a focus on organic farming and lower yields, reflecting the estate's commitment to quality and the expression of Sangiovese from their high-altitude vineyards.
