Red wine Capanna, Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2021, 2023
100% Sangiovese from Montosoli. Medium-bodied and fresh, with red cherry, red berries, light spice, clear acidity and fine tannins. Aged 6–10 months in Slavonian oak.
Characteristics
Wine Style:
Dry, still red; medium-bodied, fresh acidity, moderate tannin
Tasting Notes:
Appearance:
⤍ Deep ruby red
Nose:
⤍ Red cherry, red berries, light vanilla and spice
Palate:
⤍ Fresh and medium-bodied, with red fruit, clear acidity and fine to moderate tannins
Finish:
⤍ Persistent, dry, lightly spicy
Gastronomy:
∙ Pasta with ragù, roast pork, roast chicken, beef, mushrooms, salumi, medium-aged cheeses
∙ Avoid: Delicate seafood, raw fish, very spicy food, sweet dishes
Vineyards:
Estate vineyards located within approx. 2 km of the winery in the Montosoli area, mainly clay-rich galestro, with abundant rocky material
Ageing method:
6–10 months in Slavonian oak, followed by at least 3–4 months in bottle
Winemaking process:
Alcoholic fermentation with skin maceration for 18–20 days at controlled temperature; spontaneous malolactic fermentation
Interesting notes:
Fermentation and malolactic fermentation both take place in Slavonian oak vats, rather than stainless steel
