COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Az. Agr. Talenti
REGION
Tuscany
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Rosso di Montalcino Talenti 2021 is a red wine from the Montalcino DOC in Tuscany, Italy, crafted from 100% Sangiovese grapes. Az. Agr. Talenti, a family estate, produces this wine with a focus on traditional methods. The vineyards are located on the slopes of Montalcino, benefiting from the region's unique terroir. The 2021 vintage was influenced by favorable weather, promoting balanced grape ripening. This Rosso di Montalcino is recognized for offering a distinct expression of Sangiovese from this prestigious area, often seen as a more accessible counterpart to Brunello di Montalcino.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Rosso di Montalcino is made from the same grape (Sangiovese) and from the same region as the more famous Brunello di Montalcino.
Fact 02
The 2021 vintage received 93 points from Falstaff.
Fact 03
Talenti's vineyards are situated on slopes between 250 and 400 meters above sea level.
Fact 04
The wine undergoes aging in a mix of French and Slavonian oak barrels.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Rosso di Montalcino Talenti begins with hand-harvested Sangiovese grapes. Maceration and alcoholic fermentation occur in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes several months of aging in a mix of French and Slavonian oak barrels, including tonneaux and larger formats. This is followed by a period of bottle aging before release, adhering to Rosso di Montalcino DOC regulations which mandate a minimum of six months of barrel and bottle aging.
