Sangiovese from Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

Winemaker Notes

Complex aromas open with small, red ripe fruits and plum jam, followed by toasted and vanilla notes. Excellent structure, this wine is full-bodied and balanced. The enveloping tannic structure leads to a fruit-forward, lingering finish.

Wine Advocate – 93 Points

Made with certified organic fruit, the Col d’Orcia 2017 Brunello di Montalcino definitely shows some of the heat of the vintage, and I think this impression is reinforced by the location of this property on the southern side of the appellation, where temperatures are normally a few degrees higher on average. The winemaking team at this historic estate is not deterred by hot vintages, and their winemaking protocol captures the freshness and brightness of Sangiovese nonetheless. In fact, the alcohol content here measured 14.5%, which is almost contained, compared to some other wines in this report from cooler subzones. A learned comfort with organic farming is key to this wine’s detailed aromas of black cherry, crushed rose and Mediterranean herb. Best after 2024.

Food Pairing

Pairs well with lasagna, pasta bolognese, and ossobuco.