COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Conti Costanti
REGION
Tuscany
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Conti Costanti Rosso di Montalcino 2020 is a Sangiovese wine from Montalcino, Tuscany. The Conti Costanti estate boasts a historical lineage in winemaking, tracing its origins to the 15th century, with key figures like Tito Costanti being early proponents of Brunello. The vineyards are located on Colle Matrichese, a high-altitude site with clayey and calcareous soils that contribute to the wine's concentration and aromatic complexity. The 2020 vintage was a sunny year, resulting in wines with good fruit richness and structure.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€45
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Conti Costanti is one of the historic 'founding fathers' of Brunello di Montalcino.
Fact 02
The estate's vineyards are situated at altitudes between 1,312 and 1,476 feet.
Fact 03
The Costanti family's winemaking legacy dates back to the 15th century.
Fact 04
Andrea Costanti, the current winemaker, has a background in geology.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Conti Costanti Rosso di Montalcino begins with hand-selected Sangiovese grapes. Alcoholic fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks using selected yeasts, followed by a maceration period of about 14 days. The wine is then aged for 12 months in French oak barrels (tonneaux). The estate emphasizes organic practices and sustainability throughout its operations.
