Montecucco Rosso RISERVA "Colle Massari" DOC BIO COLLE MASSARI
| Sommelier score | 91/100 | 2024 |
| 3 Bicchieri gambero rosso |
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2020 |
| 3 Bicchieri gambero rosso |
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2023 |
| Winery | COLLE MASSARI - Grattamacco |
| Denomination | Montecucco Sangiovese RISERVA "Colle Massari" DOC |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Grapes | 80% Sangiovese, 10% Ciliegiolo, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Organic | Yes |
| Alcohol content | 14,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Winery headquarter | Podere Grattamacco - Castagneto Carducci (LI) - Loc. Lungagnano, 128 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Pasta all'amatriciana, Roast meat, Cold cuts and salami, Sliced beef, Fillet with green pepper, Hard cheese, Medium-aged cheeses, Milanese cutlet |
| Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Style | Full-bodied and intense |
| Wine list | Montecucco |
This sensational wine of Tuscany has the denomination Montecucco Riserva DOC. It is a blend composed by 80% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. It is cultivated in vineyards located 300 meters above the sea level that have different exposition and different composition of the soils. Part of the grapes comes from ancient vineyards. The wine-making is managed in steel, with 15-20 days maceration at a controlled temperature that swings between 27-30°C.Malolactif fermentation in steel. The aging lasts 18 months and it is developed 50% in steel and the other 50% in used barriques or tonneau. Minimum 6 months maturation in the bottle.
Features of this wine produced by Colle Massari Winery
Ruby red colour. Its scent is intense, with clear sensations of blackberry and blueberry. The taste recalls bay tree. It is soft and harmonious at the beginning, then, it is completed by freshness, sourness and a wide and enchanting final.
Recommended food pairings while tasting “Colle Massari Montecucco Rosso DOC”
Perfect with every type of preparation. Excellent with filled pasta, dishes with ragù sauce and light second courses. It has to be served at 16°C in a wide wine glass that guarantees a good oxygenation.
