2019 Collemassari Montecucco Rosso Riserva
Grape
80% Sangiovese with 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Ciliegiolo
Its Origins
ColleMassari is the most important and largest estate of the Montecucco appellation. The vineyards are located on the Montecucco hill that gives name to the appellation. The vines on the Montecucco hill are the oldest Sangiovese vines of the DOCG (more than 60 years old). Although it is a “new” DOCG, wine has been made in Montecucco since the time of the Etruscans in the 8th century. The wine making tradition is now continued by Maria Iris Bertarelli and Claudio Tipa, who purchased the vineyard in 1998 to be the heart of the Montecucco DOC that it was their vision to create. Montecucco is located between Montalcino, and Scansano, and benefits from microclimates similar to both of those regions. ColleMassari produced its first vintage in 2000.
What The Critics Say
93/100 Vinous, Eric Guido
"Frankly, I’m amazed that more consumers haven’t gotten wind of the value represented by this estate. The wines are utterly classic. The 2019 Montecucco Rosso Riserva is dark and brooding in the glass, with suggestions of rosemary and sage, chalk dust and autumnal spice giving way to red currants. This washes across the palate, elegant and refined, with sleek red and black fruits carried across a core of vibrant acidity. It leaves a coating of fine tannins to linger along with a licorice tinge, as hints of sweet sage and violet inner florals fade. This is a radiant and seductive vintage for the Rosso Riserva, a blend of 80% Sangiovese, 10% Ciliegiolo and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink 2024-2030"
93/100 WinesCritic.com, Raffaele Vecchione
"Broad and decisive in the main profile it alternates notes of raspberries, black plums, blackberries and wild strawberries. Full body, perfectly ripe tannins and a juicy and centered finish that is decidedly modern in its smooth and anthocyanin style. Drink now."
| Variety | Sangiovese |
|---|---|
| Region | Tuscany |
| Closure | Cork |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol | 14.50% |
| Maturity | 2024 - 2030 |
This Wine Goes Well With
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