Red

Rosso di Montalcino

Castello Banfi

Toscana · Italy

Rosso di Montalcino

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Sangiovese Grosso
Country
Italy
Region
Toscana
Appellation
Rosso di Montalcino
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

pasta with tomato sauce · lamb · grilled meats

Rated vintages

  • 199889 pts

    This is a large-scaled rosso, and oak is used here lavishly but gracefully. Aromas of game, leather, and dill open to dark plum and licorice flavors and a dense feel on the palate. Moderate tannins show up on the long finish, accompnaied by lots of toasty oak and licorice note…