Castello Colle Massari Montecucco Riserva DOC
Country
Italy
bottle size
750 ml
Wine Type
Red Wine
Wine Region
Tuscany
Grape Variety
Sangiovese
vintage
2018 [**VINTAGE MAY CHANGE]
Alcohol
14.50%
characteristics
Body
Full
Full
Full
Acidity
High
High
High
Tannin
High
High
High
2018 [**VINTAGE MAY CHANGE]
Product Description
A wine produced from vineyards at 300 m asl and of varying expositions, where the soil is characterized by tufaceous clays and calcareous marl, alluvial pebble and conglomerate, ferrous and calcareous clays. Some of the grapes come from old vineyards. Vinification in stainless steel vats for 25 to 30 days with maceration at 27°C to 30°C. Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Ages for 18 months in vats, barrique and tonneaux, 50 % new and 50 % in second and third passage. Bottle refinement 12 months minimum.
wine score
91 points James Suckling
"Shows energy and focus with black cherry and berry character and hints of dark tea. Medium body, integrated fruit and fine tannins. A beauty. Drink now. Made from organic grapes."
Profile
Grape Blended
80% sangiovese, 10% ciliegiolo, 10% cabernet sauvignon
Palate
Soft and harmonious, In the finish the gentle spiciness integrates itself finely with the tannin.
Colour
Intense ruby red.
Aroma
Intense typical notes of black fruit predominantly, then emerge progressively dense balsamic aromas, including outstanding notes of liquorice.
Palate
Soft and harmonious, In the finish the gentle spiciness integrates itself finely with the tannin.
Wine Pairing
:Beef
:Lamb
:Cured Meat
:Soft Cheese
:Pasta
