Rossofonte comes from a careful selection of hand-picked grapes of sangiovese grosso with low yields from estate owned vineyards.
Rossofonte comes from a careful selection of hand-picked grapes of sangiovese grosso with low yields from estate owned vineyards.
medium grain with good levels of marl, dating from the Eocene period at an altitude that ranges from 240 to 360 metres above sea level.
100% sangiovese grosso.
in stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.
12 months in 7,5-25 Hl Slavonian oak barrels followed by 8 months of bottle refinement.
ruby red.
“Fruity aromas of ripe berries with balsamic notes on the nose predict an alternation between sweetness and acidity in the mouth. Its sweet-acid components evoke raspberry and ripe blackberry. Spicy finish recalls star anise
and pink pepper. Powdery tannins.” Luca Gardini
serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in medium crystal wine glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and
changes in temperature.
“Excellent with typical Tuscan dishes such as T-bone steak and ragout sauce. Suitable, when young, with fish soup featuring scorpion fish and monkfish.” Luca
Gardini
bottles are protected against counterfeiting by a hologram on the capsule.
Serious Rosso with depth and structure. Medium to light body, silky tannins and a plum and cedar aftertaste. Drink now.
Da uve sangiovese, maturato in botti. Bel rubino brillante, olfatto scevro da note verdi, con la ciliegia fresca, anche bianca, la visciola, un leggero sottobosco e il tabacco. Bocca sorprendente con trama media, un tannino molto arrotondato e un'acidità ben distribuita. Il finale è saporito e succoso.
The 2015 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is a fruit-forward expression that offers a steady stream of cherry, blackberry and plum aromas. A subtle touch of strawberry marmalade gives the wine extra warmth and volume. You might also notice a mild touch of sweet almond candy.
Da uve sangiovese, maurato in botti per un anno. Bel rubino cupo, con olfatto intenso su note fruttate rosse e nere e sottobosco autunnale. Bocca ricca e saporita, di trama fitta, tannini giovanili e finale intenso.
89/100
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit. (2019 - 2023)
Aromas of red berry, camphor, rose and botanical herb lift out of the glass. The elegant, structured palate offers raspberry compote and licorice alongside polished tannins. This is one Rosso for moderate aging. Drink now through 2023.
A spicy Rosso di Montalcino that shows more glazed cherries and rose petals than most, as well as some delicious cinnamon and spices. Medium body, fine but hearty tannins and a medium-chewy finish. If only more wines from this category were as good as this! Drink now.
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Da uve sangiovese, matura in botti grandi 36 mesi. Rubino intenso brillante. Olfatto accattivante, con frutti rossi, ciliegia, marasca, leggermente speziato. Bocca saporita, trama gustativa fitta, tannini estremamente equilibrati. Acidità sostenuta e una progressione succosa ed elegante al contempo. Il finale è di grande persistenza e ampiezza.
Granato con pennellate rubino. Lo spettro olfattivo evoca quello di un vero e proprio Brunello, con richiami di confettura di prugna, terra battuta, sensazioni ferrose, toni boschivi, petali di rosa in appassimento, accenni agrumati, di tamarindo, tabacco e una spolverata di cannella e noce moscata. L’assaggio è pieno, avvolgente, con tannino e alcol perfettamente integrati, ritorni sapidi e persistente chiusura balsamica. Botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5 fino a 25 hl.
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit.
Faccino DoctorWine
The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is the second entry-level Rosso from this creative estate that loves to push the boundaries. This is a great effort, especially considering its price tag and the growing potential of Rosso di Montalcino. Red cherry, raspberry, cedarwood and toasted almond rise from the bouquet. The wine offers a great sense of dimension and depth, with just 6,000 bottles made.
This red combines cherry and raspberry flavors with vibrant acidity and a solid backbone of tannins. As a result, there is more punch here, lingering on the extensive finish. Drink now through 2027. 500 cases made. — BS
A medium-bodied red with crushed-berry and chocolate character. Some spices and bark, too. Lots of structure and flavor. This is more like a Brunello! Drink or hold.
Dark wood tones, underbrush and crushed black cherries can all be found as the 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte grumbles up from the glass. It’s silky, nearly creamy on the palate, with polished red and black fruits that give way to exotic spice in a display of total elegance. While structured, its tannins are sweet and round, providing youthful grip without hindering the resonance of wild berries and licorice that lingers on and on. This is an impressive showing for the 2019 Rossofonte, but some cellaring will be required before it comes fully into focus.
This is a terrific wine (at an affordable price point) that you can always count on when planning an informal dinner with family and friends. The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2020 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is bright and lively with pretty cherry fruit, raspberry and redcurrant. The aromas are lifted and bright, and the wine offers good textural tension along the way to pair with roast chicken, fajitas, grilled meats and more. We're looking at an annual production of 12,000 bottles.
Faccino DoctorWine
Zekun Shuai
Senior Editor
Rossofonte comes from a careful selection of hand-picked grapes of sangiovese grosso with low yields from estate owned vineyards.
medium grain with good levels of marl, dating from the Eocene period at an altitude that ranges from 240 to 360 metres above sea level.
100% sangiovese grosso.
in stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.
in 7,5 - 20 Hl Slavonian oak barrels
ruby red.
“Fruity aromas of ripe berries with balsamic notes on the nose predict an alternation between sweetness and acidity in the mouth. Its sweet-acid components evoke raspberry and ripe blackberry. Spicy finish recalls star anise
and pink pepper. Powdery tannins.” Luca Gardini
serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in medium crystal wine glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and
changes in temperature.
“Excellent with typical Tuscan dishes such as T-bone steak and ragout sauce. Suitable, when young, with fish soup featuring scorpion fish and monkfish.” Luca
Gardini
bottles are protected against counterfeiting by a hologram on the capsule.
Serious Rosso with depth and structure. Medium to light body, silky tannins and a plum and cedar aftertaste. Drink now.
Da uve sangiovese, maturato in botti. Bel rubino brillante, olfatto scevro da note verdi, con la ciliegia fresca, anche bianca, la visciola, un leggero sottobosco e il tabacco. Bocca sorprendente con trama media, un tannino molto arrotondato e un'acidità ben distribuita. Il finale è saporito e succoso.
The 2015 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is a fruit-forward expression that offers a steady stream of cherry, blackberry and plum aromas. A subtle touch of strawberry marmalade gives the wine extra warmth and volume. You might also notice a mild touch of sweet almond candy.
Da uve sangiovese, maurato in botti per un anno. Bel rubino cupo, con olfatto intenso su note fruttate rosse e nere e sottobosco autunnale. Bocca ricca e saporita, di trama fitta, tannini giovanili e finale intenso.
89/100
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit. (2019 - 2023)
Aromas of red berry, camphor, rose and botanical herb lift out of the glass. The elegant, structured palate offers raspberry compote and licorice alongside polished tannins. This is one Rosso for moderate aging. Drink now through 2023.
A spicy Rosso di Montalcino that shows more glazed cherries and rose petals than most, as well as some delicious cinnamon and spices. Medium body, fine but hearty tannins and a medium-chewy finish. If only more wines from this category were as good as this! Drink now.
Faccino DoctorWine
Da uve sangiovese, matura in botti grandi 36 mesi. Rubino intenso brillante. Olfatto accattivante, con frutti rossi, ciliegia, marasca, leggermente speziato. Bocca saporita, trama gustativa fitta, tannini estremamente equilibrati. Acidità sostenuta e una progressione succosa ed elegante al contempo. Il finale è di grande persistenza e ampiezza.
Granato con pennellate rubino. Lo spettro olfattivo evoca quello di un vero e proprio Brunello, con richiami di confettura di prugna, terra battuta, sensazioni ferrose, toni boschivi, petali di rosa in appassimento, accenni agrumati, di tamarindo, tabacco e una spolverata di cannella e noce moscata. L’assaggio è pieno, avvolgente, con tannino e alcol perfettamente integrati, ritorni sapidi e persistente chiusura balsamica. Botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5 fino a 25 hl.
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit.
Faccino DoctorWine
The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is the second entry-level Rosso from this creative estate that loves to push the boundaries. This is a great effort, especially considering its price tag and the growing potential of Rosso di Montalcino. Red cherry, raspberry, cedarwood and toasted almond rise from the bouquet. The wine offers a great sense of dimension and depth, with just 6,000 bottles made.
This red combines cherry and raspberry flavors with vibrant acidity and a solid backbone of tannins. As a result, there is more punch here, lingering on the extensive finish. Drink now through 2027. 500 cases made. — BS
A medium-bodied red with crushed-berry and chocolate character. Some spices and bark, too. Lots of structure and flavor. This is more like a Brunello! Drink or hold.
Dark wood tones, underbrush and crushed black cherries can all be found as the 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte grumbles up from the glass. It’s silky, nearly creamy on the palate, with polished red and black fruits that give way to exotic spice in a display of total elegance. While structured, its tannins are sweet and round, providing youthful grip without hindering the resonance of wild berries and licorice that lingers on and on. This is an impressive showing for the 2019 Rossofonte, but some cellaring will be required before it comes fully into focus.
This is a terrific wine (at an affordable price point) that you can always count on when planning an informal dinner with family and friends. The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2020 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is bright and lively with pretty cherry fruit, raspberry and redcurrant. The aromas are lifted and bright, and the wine offers good textural tension along the way to pair with roast chicken, fajitas, grilled meats and more. We're looking at an annual production of 12,000 bottles.
Faccino DoctorWine
Zekun Shuai
Senior Editor
Rossofonte comes from a careful selection of hand-picked grapes of sangiovese grosso with low yields from estate owned vineyards.
medium grain with good levels of marl, dating from the Eocene period at an altitude that ranges from 240 to 360 metres above sea level.
100% sangiovese grosso.
in stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.
in 7,5 - 20 Hl Slavonian oak barrels
ruby red.
“Fruity aromas of ripe berries with balsamic notes on the nose predict an alternation between sweetness and acidity in the mouth. Its sweet-acid components evoke raspberry and ripe blackberry. Spicy finish recalls star anise
and pink pepper. Powdery tannins.” Luca Gardini
serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in medium crystal wine glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and
changes in temperature.
“Excellent with typical Tuscan dishes such as T-bone steak and ragout sauce. Suitable, when young, with fish soup featuring scorpion fish and monkfish.” Luca
Gardini
bottles are protected against counterfeiting by a hologram on the capsule.
Serious Rosso with depth and structure. Medium to light body, silky tannins and a plum and cedar aftertaste. Drink now.
Da uve sangiovese, maturato in botti. Bel rubino brillante, olfatto scevro da note verdi, con la ciliegia fresca, anche bianca, la visciola, un leggero sottobosco e il tabacco. Bocca sorprendente con trama media, un tannino molto arrotondato e un'acidità ben distribuita. Il finale è saporito e succoso.
The 2015 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is a fruit-forward expression that offers a steady stream of cherry, blackberry and plum aromas. A subtle touch of strawberry marmalade gives the wine extra warmth and volume. You might also notice a mild touch of sweet almond candy.
Da uve sangiovese, maurato in botti per un anno. Bel rubino cupo, con olfatto intenso su note fruttate rosse e nere e sottobosco autunnale. Bocca ricca e saporita, di trama fitta, tannini giovanili e finale intenso.
89/100
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit. (2019 - 2023)
Aromas of red berry, camphor, rose and botanical herb lift out of the glass. The elegant, structured palate offers raspberry compote and licorice alongside polished tannins. This is one Rosso for moderate aging. Drink now through 2023.
A spicy Rosso di Montalcino that shows more glazed cherries and rose petals than most, as well as some delicious cinnamon and spices. Medium body, fine but hearty tannins and a medium-chewy finish. If only more wines from this category were as good as this! Drink now.
Faccino DoctorWine
Da uve sangiovese, matura in botti grandi 36 mesi. Rubino intenso brillante. Olfatto accattivante, con frutti rossi, ciliegia, marasca, leggermente speziato. Bocca saporita, trama gustativa fitta, tannini estremamente equilibrati. Acidità sostenuta e una progressione succosa ed elegante al contempo. Il finale è di grande persistenza e ampiezza.
Granato con pennellate rubino. Lo spettro olfattivo evoca quello di un vero e proprio Brunello, con richiami di confettura di prugna, terra battuta, sensazioni ferrose, toni boschivi, petali di rosa in appassimento, accenni agrumati, di tamarindo, tabacco e una spolverata di cannella e noce moscata. L’assaggio è pieno, avvolgente, con tannino e alcol perfettamente integrati, ritorni sapidi e persistente chiusura balsamica. Botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5 fino a 25 hl.
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit.
Faccino DoctorWine
The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is the second entry-level Rosso from this creative estate that loves to push the boundaries. This is a great effort, especially considering its price tag and the growing potential of Rosso di Montalcino. Red cherry, raspberry, cedarwood and toasted almond rise from the bouquet. The wine offers a great sense of dimension and depth, with just 6,000 bottles made.
This red combines cherry and raspberry flavors with vibrant acidity and a solid backbone of tannins. As a result, there is more punch here, lingering on the extensive finish. Drink now through 2027. 500 cases made. — BS
A medium-bodied red with crushed-berry and chocolate character. Some spices and bark, too. Lots of structure and flavor. This is more like a Brunello! Drink or hold.
Dark wood tones, underbrush and crushed black cherries can all be found as the 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte grumbles up from the glass. It’s silky, nearly creamy on the palate, with polished red and black fruits that give way to exotic spice in a display of total elegance. While structured, its tannins are sweet and round, providing youthful grip without hindering the resonance of wild berries and licorice that lingers on and on. This is an impressive showing for the 2019 Rossofonte, but some cellaring will be required before it comes fully into focus.
This is a terrific wine (at an affordable price point) that you can always count on when planning an informal dinner with family and friends. The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2020 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is bright and lively with pretty cherry fruit, raspberry and redcurrant. The aromas are lifted and bright, and the wine offers good textural tension along the way to pair with roast chicken, fajitas, grilled meats and more. We're looking at an annual production of 12,000 bottles.
Faccino DoctorWine
Zekun Shuai
Senior Editor
Rossofonte comes from a careful selection of hand-picked grapes of sangiovese grosso with low yields from estate owned vineyards.
medium grain with good levels of marl, dating from the Eocene period at an altitude that ranges from 240 to 360 metres above sea level.
100% sangiovese grosso.
in stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.
in 7,5 - 20 Hl Slavonian oak barrels
ruby red.
“Fruity aromas of ripe berries with balsamic notes on the nose predict an alternation between sweetness and acidity in the mouth. Its sweet-acid components evoke raspberry and ripe blackberry. Spicy finish recalls star anise
and pink pepper. Powdery tannins.” Luca Gardini
serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in medium crystal wine glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and
changes in temperature.
“Excellent with typical Tuscan dishes such as T-bone steak and ragout sauce. Suitable, when young, with fish soup featuring scorpion fish and monkfish.” Luca
Gardini
bottles are protected against counterfeiting by a hologram on the capsule.
Serious Rosso with depth and structure. Medium to light body, silky tannins and a plum and cedar aftertaste. Drink now.
Da uve sangiovese, maturato in botti. Bel rubino brillante, olfatto scevro da note verdi, con la ciliegia fresca, anche bianca, la visciola, un leggero sottobosco e il tabacco. Bocca sorprendente con trama media, un tannino molto arrotondato e un'acidità ben distribuita. Il finale è saporito e succoso.
The 2015 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is a fruit-forward expression that offers a steady stream of cherry, blackberry and plum aromas. A subtle touch of strawberry marmalade gives the wine extra warmth and volume. You might also notice a mild touch of sweet almond candy.
Da uve sangiovese, maurato in botti per un anno. Bel rubino cupo, con olfatto intenso su note fruttate rosse e nere e sottobosco autunnale. Bocca ricca e saporita, di trama fitta, tannini giovanili e finale intenso.
89/100
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit. (2019 - 2023)
Aromas of red berry, camphor, rose and botanical herb lift out of the glass. The elegant, structured palate offers raspberry compote and licorice alongside polished tannins. This is one Rosso for moderate aging. Drink now through 2023.
A spicy Rosso di Montalcino that shows more glazed cherries and rose petals than most, as well as some delicious cinnamon and spices. Medium body, fine but hearty tannins and a medium-chewy finish. If only more wines from this category were as good as this! Drink now.
Faccino DoctorWine
Da uve sangiovese, matura in botti grandi 36 mesi. Rubino intenso brillante. Olfatto accattivante, con frutti rossi, ciliegia, marasca, leggermente speziato. Bocca saporita, trama gustativa fitta, tannini estremamente equilibrati. Acidità sostenuta e una progressione succosa ed elegante al contempo. Il finale è di grande persistenza e ampiezza.
Granato con pennellate rubino. Lo spettro olfattivo evoca quello di un vero e proprio Brunello, con richiami di confettura di prugna, terra battuta, sensazioni ferrose, toni boschivi, petali di rosa in appassimento, accenni agrumati, di tamarindo, tabacco e una spolverata di cannella e noce moscata. L’assaggio è pieno, avvolgente, con tannino e alcol perfettamente integrati, ritorni sapidi e persistente chiusura balsamica. Botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5 fino a 25 hl.
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit.
Faccino DoctorWine
The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is the second entry-level Rosso from this creative estate that loves to push the boundaries. This is a great effort, especially considering its price tag and the growing potential of Rosso di Montalcino. Red cherry, raspberry, cedarwood and toasted almond rise from the bouquet. The wine offers a great sense of dimension and depth, with just 6,000 bottles made.
This red combines cherry and raspberry flavors with vibrant acidity and a solid backbone of tannins. As a result, there is more punch here, lingering on the extensive finish. Drink now through 2027. 500 cases made. — BS
A medium-bodied red with crushed-berry and chocolate character. Some spices and bark, too. Lots of structure and flavor. This is more like a Brunello! Drink or hold.
Dark wood tones, underbrush and crushed black cherries can all be found as the 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte grumbles up from the glass. It’s silky, nearly creamy on the palate, with polished red and black fruits that give way to exotic spice in a display of total elegance. While structured, its tannins are sweet and round, providing youthful grip without hindering the resonance of wild berries and licorice that lingers on and on. This is an impressive showing for the 2019 Rossofonte, but some cellaring will be required before it comes fully into focus.
This is a terrific wine (at an affordable price point) that you can always count on when planning an informal dinner with family and friends. The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2020 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is bright and lively with pretty cherry fruit, raspberry and redcurrant. The aromas are lifted and bright, and the wine offers good textural tension along the way to pair with roast chicken, fajitas, grilled meats and more. We're looking at an annual production of 12,000 bottles.
Faccino DoctorWine
Zekun Shuai
Senior Editor
Rossofonte comes from a careful selection of hand-picked grapes of sangiovese grosso with low yields from estate owned vineyards.
medium grain with good levels of marl, dating from the Eocene period at an altitude that ranges from 240 to 360 metres above sea level.
100% sangiovese grosso.
in stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.
in 7,5 - 20 hl Slavonian oak barrels
ruby red.
“Fruity aromas of ripe berries with balsamic notes on the nose predict an alternation between sweetness and acidity in the mouth. Its sweet-acid components evoke raspberry and ripe blackberry. Spicy finish recalls star anise
and pink pepper. Powdery tannins.” Luca Gardini
serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in medium crystal wine glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and
changes in temperature.
“Excellent with typical Tuscan dishes such as T-bone steak and ragout sauce. Suitable, when young, with fish soup featuring scorpion fish and monkfish.” Luca
Gardini
bottles are protected against counterfeiting by a hologram on the capsule.
Serious Rosso with depth and structure. Medium to light body, silky tannins and a plum and cedar aftertaste. Drink now.
Da uve sangiovese, maturato in botti. Bel rubino brillante, olfatto scevro da note verdi, con la ciliegia fresca, anche bianca, la visciola, un leggero sottobosco e il tabacco. Bocca sorprendente con trama media, un tannino molto arrotondato e un'acidità ben distribuita. Il finale è saporito e succoso.
The 2015 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is a fruit-forward expression that offers a steady stream of cherry, blackberry and plum aromas. A subtle touch of strawberry marmalade gives the wine extra warmth and volume. You might also notice a mild touch of sweet almond candy.
Da uve sangiovese, maurato in botti per un anno. Bel rubino cupo, con olfatto intenso su note fruttate rosse e nere e sottobosco autunnale. Bocca ricca e saporita, di trama fitta, tannini giovanili e finale intenso.
89/100
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit. (2019 - 2023)
Aromas of red berry, camphor, rose and botanical herb lift out of the glass. The elegant, structured palate offers raspberry compote and licorice alongside polished tannins. This is one Rosso for moderate aging. Drink now through 2023.
A spicy Rosso di Montalcino that shows more glazed cherries and rose petals than most, as well as some delicious cinnamon and spices. Medium body, fine but hearty tannins and a medium-chewy finish. If only more wines from this category were as good as this! Drink now.
Faccino DoctorWine
Da uve sangiovese, matura in botti grandi 36 mesi. Rubino intenso brillante. Olfatto accattivante, con frutti rossi, ciliegia, marasca, leggermente speziato. Bocca saporita, trama gustativa fitta, tannini estremamente equilibrati. Acidità sostenuta e una progressione succosa ed elegante al contempo. Il finale è di grande persistenza e ampiezza.
Granato con pennellate rubino. Lo spettro olfattivo evoca quello di un vero e proprio Brunello, con richiami di confettura di prugna, terra battuta, sensazioni ferrose, toni boschivi, petali di rosa in appassimento, accenni agrumati, di tamarindo, tabacco e una spolverata di cannella e noce moscata. L’assaggio è pieno, avvolgente, con tannino e alcol perfettamente integrati, ritorni sapidi e persistente chiusura balsamica. Botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5 fino a 25 hl.
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit.
Faccino DoctorWine
The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is the second entry-level Rosso from this creative estate that loves to push the boundaries. This is a great effort, especially considering its price tag and the growing potential of Rosso di Montalcino. Red cherry, raspberry, cedarwood and toasted almond rise from the bouquet. The wine offers a great sense of dimension and depth, with just 6,000 bottles made.
This red combines cherry and raspberry flavors with vibrant acidity and a solid backbone of tannins. As a result, there is more punch here, lingering on the extensive finish. Drink now through 2027. 500 cases made. — BS
A medium-bodied red with crushed-berry and chocolate character. Some spices and bark, too. Lots of structure and flavor. This is more like a Brunello! Drink or hold.
Dark wood tones, underbrush and crushed black cherries can all be found as the 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte grumbles up from the glass. It’s silky, nearly creamy on the palate, with polished red and black fruits that give way to exotic spice in a display of total elegance. While structured, its tannins are sweet and round, providing youthful grip without hindering the resonance of wild berries and licorice that lingers on and on. This is an impressive showing for the 2019 Rossofonte, but some cellaring will be required before it comes fully into focus.
This is a terrific wine (at an affordable price point) that you can always count on when planning an informal dinner with family and friends. The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2020 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is bright and lively with pretty cherry fruit, raspberry and redcurrant. The aromas are lifted and bright, and the wine offers good textural tension along the way to pair with roast chicken, fajitas, grilled meats and more. We're looking at an annual production of 12,000 bottles.
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Zekun Shuai
Senior Editor
Rossofonte comes from a careful selection of hand-picked grapes of sangiovese grosso with low yields from estate owned vineyards.
medium grain with good levels of marl, dating from the Eocene period at an altitude that ranges from 240 to 360 metres above sea level.
100% sangiovese grosso.
in stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.
in 7,5 - 20 hl Slavonian oak barrels
ruby red.
“Fruity aromas of ripe berries with balsamic notes on the nose predict an alternation between sweetness and acidity in the mouth. Its sweet-acid components evoke raspberry and ripe blackberry. Spicy finish recalls star anise
and pink pepper. Powdery tannins.” Luca Gardini
serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in medium crystal wine glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and
changes in temperature.
“Excellent with typical Tuscan dishes such as T-bone steak and ragout sauce. Suitable, when young, with fish soup featuring scorpion fish and monkfish.” Luca
Gardini
bottles are protected against counterfeiting by a hologram on the capsule.
Serious Rosso with depth and structure. Medium to light body, silky tannins and a plum and cedar aftertaste. Drink now.
Da uve sangiovese, maturato in botti. Bel rubino brillante, olfatto scevro da note verdi, con la ciliegia fresca, anche bianca, la visciola, un leggero sottobosco e il tabacco. Bocca sorprendente con trama media, un tannino molto arrotondato e un'acidità ben distribuita. Il finale è saporito e succoso.
The 2015 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is a fruit-forward expression that offers a steady stream of cherry, blackberry and plum aromas. A subtle touch of strawberry marmalade gives the wine extra warmth and volume. You might also notice a mild touch of sweet almond candy.
Da uve sangiovese, maurato in botti per un anno. Bel rubino cupo, con olfatto intenso su note fruttate rosse e nere e sottobosco autunnale. Bocca ricca e saporita, di trama fitta, tannini giovanili e finale intenso.
89/100
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit. (2019 - 2023)
Aromas of red berry, camphor, rose and botanical herb lift out of the glass. The elegant, structured palate offers raspberry compote and licorice alongside polished tannins. This is one Rosso for moderate aging. Drink now through 2023.
A spicy Rosso di Montalcino that shows more glazed cherries and rose petals than most, as well as some delicious cinnamon and spices. Medium body, fine but hearty tannins and a medium-chewy finish. If only more wines from this category were as good as this! Drink now.
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Da uve sangiovese, matura in botti grandi 36 mesi. Rubino intenso brillante. Olfatto accattivante, con frutti rossi, ciliegia, marasca, leggermente speziato. Bocca saporita, trama gustativa fitta, tannini estremamente equilibrati. Acidità sostenuta e una progressione succosa ed elegante al contempo. Il finale è di grande persistenza e ampiezza.
Granato con pennellate rubino. Lo spettro olfattivo evoca quello di un vero e proprio Brunello, con richiami di confettura di prugna, terra battuta, sensazioni ferrose, toni boschivi, petali di rosa in appassimento, accenni agrumati, di tamarindo, tabacco e una spolverata di cannella e noce moscata. L’assaggio è pieno, avvolgente, con tannino e alcol perfettamente integrati, ritorni sapidi e persistente chiusura balsamica. Botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5 fino a 25 hl.
The 2016 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte (with 8,000 bottles produced) offers shapely tones of ripe fruit, summer cherry and fresh plum. This wine shows a point of extra ripeness (with 15% alcohol) that makes me think the fruit either came from younger vines (that tend to reach ripeness faster) or a warmer vineyard site. The wine is not overripe but it does offers lots of plush and easy primary fruit.
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The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is the second entry-level Rosso from this creative estate that loves to push the boundaries. This is a great effort, especially considering its price tag and the growing potential of Rosso di Montalcino. Red cherry, raspberry, cedarwood and toasted almond rise from the bouquet. The wine offers a great sense of dimension and depth, with just 6,000 bottles made.
This red combines cherry and raspberry flavors with vibrant acidity and a solid backbone of tannins. As a result, there is more punch here, lingering on the extensive finish. Drink now through 2027. 500 cases made. — BS
A medium-bodied red with crushed-berry and chocolate character. Some spices and bark, too. Lots of structure and flavor. This is more like a Brunello! Drink or hold.
Dark wood tones, underbrush and crushed black cherries can all be found as the 2019 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte grumbles up from the glass. It’s silky, nearly creamy on the palate, with polished red and black fruits that give way to exotic spice in a display of total elegance. While structured, its tannins are sweet and round, providing youthful grip without hindering the resonance of wild berries and licorice that lingers on and on. This is an impressive showing for the 2019 Rossofonte, but some cellaring will be required before it comes fully into focus.
This is a terrific wine (at an affordable price point) that you can always count on when planning an informal dinner with family and friends. The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2020 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is bright and lively with pretty cherry fruit, raspberry and redcurrant. The aromas are lifted and bright, and the wine offers good textural tension along the way to pair with roast chicken, fajitas, grilled meats and more. We're looking at an annual production of 12,000 bottles.
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Zekun Shuai
Senior Editor
