COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Col d'Orcia
REGION
Tuscany
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Col d'Orcia Rosso di Montalcino 2022 is a 100% Sangiovese from the Montalcino DOC in Tuscany. The Col d'Orcia estate, founded in 1973 by the Cinzano family, is the largest certified organic vineyard in Tuscany. The winery's philosophy centers on tradition, integrity, and sustainability, striving to produce wines that reflect the unique soil and climate of Montalcino. The estate is situated on limestone and clay hillsides facing south, at an altitude of 250-300 meters. The 2022 vintage was characterized by warm temperatures balanced by late summer rains, leading to smaller grape yields and an earlier harvest.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€26
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Col d'Orcia is Tuscany's largest certified organic vineyard.
Fact 02
The estate is named after the hill overlooking the Orcia River.
Fact 03
The Banditella vineyard, planted in 1998, is considered a prime expression of Montalcino's terroir.
Fact 04
The winery aims to be an 'organic island' in the region.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Col d'Orcia Rosso di Montalcino 2022 begins with manual harvesting and rigorous selection of grape bunches. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures (below 28°C) for 10-12 days, employing medium-long maceration with pump-overs and délestages for delicate extraction. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation. It is then aged for 12 months in Slavonian oak casks (75 and 150 hl) before a year of bottle refinement. The estate is certified organic, reflecting a commitment to sustainable viticulture.
