La Palazzetta Rosso Di Montalcino 2023

All grapes come from the estate vineyards in Castelnuovo dell’Abate in the southeastern section of Montalcino near the abbey of Sant’Antimo. These vines are situated 365m above the sea level on limestone soils rich with a stony galestro (marl) substrate. For the Rosso, the fermentation occurs in stainless steel vats with a maceration of 13-15 days. The wine is then matured for one year in seasoned 500-litre French oak tonneaux. Since Flavio’s Rosso di Montalcino comes from Brunello-registered vineyards, and since the essential vinification is identical (though elevage differs), his Rosso di Montalcino is practically de-classified Brunello.  The climate, one of mild winters, hot summers, rainy and humid springs and autumns in these rocky lands, conspire to create very fragrant wines with intense colours and pleasant acidity and tannins. Certified Organic and Vegan.

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