Rosso di Montalcino DOC

Carpineto

VARIETAL

100% Sangiovese Grosso

APPELLATION

Tuscany, Italy

 

Rosso di Montalcino DOC

Also known as the Baby Brunello, Carpineto Rosso di Montalcino is a complex red with aromas of dark cherry, cedar, spice, and licorice that developed following 6 months of oak aging and 6 months of bottle aging. The mouthfeel delivers a touch of bright acidity that is reminiscent of white cherry and cranberry, before yielding to a lengthy finish of mature red fruits and smooth tannins. Ageable for 10-12 years following the vintage, this pairs nicely with pork or poultry dishes.

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2021

Decanter - 90 pts

Lots of ripe red cherries, plums, and a herbal note. Good density on the palate and good length.

World Wine Awards 2023

Wine Enthusiast - 95 pts

A balanced nose begins with opulent notes of raspberry and black cherry, before metallic, earthy and saline aromas emerge. The palate initially runs with the umami streak, before swirling into a decadent ice cream sundae of chocolate and vanilla, sprinkled with nuts and berries. Chalky, grippy tannins structure an acidic, astringent finish.

D. Callegari, Dec. 2023

2020

WinesCritic.com - 90 pts

Solid and compact on the nose it shows floral notes reminiscent of hibiscus, hyacinth, lavender and elderflower. Medium body, soft tannins and a juicy finish. Drink now.

R. Vecchione, August 2022

2017

Wine Spectator - 90 pts

Aromas and flavors of cherry, black pepper, leather, iron and earth mark this sinewy red. Features ample fruit to match the burly tannins, while the finish persists, delivering freshness and a beam of cherry.

B. Sanderson, Oct. 2020

2016

Wine Enthusiast - 87 pts

This opens with aromas evoking damp underbrush, wild berries and grilled herbs. On the no- frills palate, lithe tannins frame dried cherry, pomegranate and a hint of culinary spice before closing on a note of powdered sage.

K. O'Keefe, July 2019

2015

Wine Spectator - 89 pts

A clean, fruity version, exhibiting cherry and strawberry fruit and textbook leather and iron notes. Firm, yet friendly and approachable now. Drink now through 2021.

B. Sanderson, October 2017

2014

Wine Enthusiast - 89 pts

Pure and silky in texture, this red boasts cherry, strawberry, floral and mineral flavors. Vibrant, showing some tension on the long finish. Drink now through 2020.

k. O'Keefe, June 2016

2013

Wine Spectator - 91 pts

Pure and silky in texture, this red boasts cherry, strawberry, floral and mineral flavors. Vibrant, showing some tension on the long finish. Drink now through 2020.

B. Sanderson, October 2015
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