Caprili – Rosso di Montalcino
Rosso di Montalcino is made with the same varietal as Brunello but should not be considered merely Brunello’s "little brother". The grapes come from younger Sangiovese vines, about 10 years old, that later will be used for the production of Brunello. The winemaking style is for a wine that drinks younger. The Rosso is released one year after the harvest.
Region: Tuscany
Production Area: Montalcino (Siena)
Appellation: Rosso di Montalcino DOC
Varietal blend: 100% Sangiovese Grosso
Vintage: 2005
Soil: Mixed limestone and silica rocks.
Vineyards: Southwestern exposure at 1.200 feet above sea level. About 24 acres planted with Sangiovese. The average age is about 10 years old with a significant portion over 20 years old.
Planting system: Spurred cordon
Yield: 2.5 tons per acre
Harvest: Early to mid October.
Vinification: Fermentation under controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks for about 18-20 days with 8-10 soft daily pump-overs.
Aging: Six months in stainless steel tanks, half a year in large Slavonian oak barrels and a few months in the bottle.
Production: 25.000 bottles
Alcohol 13 % vol.
Tasting Notes: Vibrant ruby red color. Intense and fruit-rich on the nose, it has a dry, warm and slightly tannic palate with a marked bitterish note in the finish.
Food Pairings: Pasta with red sauce, risottos, light meat dishes.
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