Altesino Rosso di Montalcino is a premium red wine produced by Altesino, a renowned winery located in the Montalcino appellation of Tuscany, Italy. The wine is made from Sangiovese grapes grown in the vineyards surrounding the winery, which benefit from the region's unique terroir and microclimate. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a wine with a rich and complex flavor profile. Altesino Rosso di Montalcino is known for its elegant and balanced style, with notes of red fruit, spice, and earthy undertones. It is a perfect choice for those seeking a high-quality Italian wine with a distinct sense of place.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Altesino Rosso di Montalcino offers an intense, vibrant nose of ripe black cherry, tobacco and earthy notes.On the palate, it is complex, with a core of dark fruit flavors and hints of licorice, leather and spice. Overall, it is well-balanced and structured, with integrated tannins, good acidity and a long finish. A superb expression of Sangiovese.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2024
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
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.