Rosso di Montalcino DOC ARGIANO
| Sommelier score | 92/100 | 2024 |
| Winery | ARGIANO |
| Denomination | Rosso di Montalcino Doc |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Grapes | 100% Sangiovese |
| Alcohol content | 14,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | SI 3123 |
| Winery headquarter | ARGIANO - Montalcino (SI) - Località Sant'Angelo in Colle |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Pasta all'amatriciana, Cold cuts and salami, Risotto, Roast meat, Florentina Steak, Medium-aged cheeses, Hard cheese, wild game |
| Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Rosso di Montalcino |
From 100% pure Sangiovese grapes. The origin is the classic one of Tuscany, in the DOCG area of Montalcino. Harvest takes place in the first half of September with the grapes in perfect degree of ripeness. Vinification involves cold pre-fermentation maceration, spontaneous fermentation and maceration on the skins for 10 days in steel tanks at a controlled temperature. Sangiovese is selected in order to preserve freshness and fruity profile. At last, the refinement of the wine which is then aged in second passage French oak barriques and in Slavonian oak barrels.
Rosso di Montalcino DOC Argiano’s features
A bright ruby red color. The nose is extremely mineral and characterized by marked cherry notes. The taste is energetic, with good acidity, tannins present but balanced and well concentrated.
Suggested food pairings while tasting this Rosso di Montalcino DOC
Due to its versatility it is perfect with pasta with meat and game sauces, second courses based on roasted white meats and grilled or roasted red meats. The optimal serving temperature is 16 ° C in a high and wide wine glass. The alcohol content reached is 14% Vol.
