Rosso di Montalcino Caprili
| Sommelier score | 88/100 | 2024 |
| Winery | Caprili |
| Denomination | Rosso di Montalcino Dop |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Grapes | 100% Sangiovese |
| Alcohol content | 14,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | 5837SI |
| Winery headquarter | Caprili - Montalcino (SI) - Podere Caprili, 268 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | White Meat, Pasta with meat sauce, Fresh cheese, Cockerel grilled, Medium-aged cheeses, Pasta all'amatriciana, Milanese cutlet, Florentina Steak |
| Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Rosso di Montalcino |
Rosso di Montalcino Caprili is a great Italian red wine and it is considered by many Brunello di Montalcino “little brother”. It’s made from 100% Sangiovese grapes. Bunches are harvested, selected and fermented in stainless steel vessels at a controlled temperature for 15-20 days. Rosso di Montalcino maturation takes place in small oak barrels for 12 months, than the wine is bottled. During the bottling time, refinement process goes on for 3 months in cellar.
Characteristics of Rosso di Montalcino
It presents a ruby, almost garnet red colour. On the nose it releases a very elegant and intense bouquet. Elegant and clear in taste, with a pleasant aftertaste of raspberry, strawberry, blueberry and currant.
Recommended pairings while tasting this red wine
It should be served in a wide transparent crystal glass at a temperature of 16- 18°C. We suggest to uncork the bottle some minutes before serving. It can be paired with main courses with meat sauce, white meat and fresh of middle-aged cheeses.
