WINE DESCRIPTION
Altesino Palazzo Altesi Toscana is a premium red wine produced by Altesino, a renowned winery in the Montalcino region of Tuscany, Italy. The wine is made from a blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot grapes, sourced from the estate's vineyards that are situated on the hillsides of Montalcino. The vineyards benefit from the region's unique terroir, which includes a mix of clay, limestone, and sandstone soils, as well as a warm and dry climate. The wine is crafted using traditional winemaking techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is full-bodied, with rich flavors of dark fruit, spice, and tobacco, and a long, smooth finish. It is a perfect choice for those seeking a high-quality, classic Tuscan red wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Altesino Palazzo Altesi Toscana is a full-bodied and complex wine with notes of blackberry, black cherry, and dried herbs.On the palate, it is silky and smooth with a long finish of spice and dark fruit. It is a great example of a Sangiovese-based wine from Tuscany, and it pairs well with roasted meats and aged cheeses.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sangiovese
ORIGINS
Winery: Altesino
Region: Tuscany
Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions.
Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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