Siro Pacenti Rosso di Montalcino 750ml

Discover the Siro Pacenti Rosso di Montalcino, a captivating red wine from Tuscany's storied Montalcino region. This expression draws from vineyards spanning both sides of the hill, blending the essence of two distinct landscapes into every bottle.

In the north, at Pelagrilli, the estate unfolds across 22 hectares of Sangiovese vines rooted in fresh clay soils. Planted by Siro Pacenti in 1970, these vines continue to flourish today, perched 350 meters above sea level at the base of Montalcino Hill with sweeping views toward Siena. Here, the terrain yields refined and fragrant character, capturing the area's clay and sandy influences.

Further south lies Piancornello, incorporated in the early 1990s, where Giancarlo Pacenti's grandfather established five hectares of Sangiovese back in the 1960s. This warmer spot features minerally, pebbly soils over bedrock, fostering wines of notable structure and robustness, marked by Sangiovese's hallmark sweet, round tannins.

Giancarlo assumed leadership in 1988, debuting the estate's Rosso di Montalcino alongside Brunello the next year. The 2019 vintage exemplifies this heritage: an alluring bouquet rises with wild raspberries, subtle clove, and sweet minty herbs. Silky textures unfold alongside intense concentration, driven by vibrant acids that coat the palate in tart wild berries and minerals. Firm tannins provide a grippy, lingering close to this balanced, full-throttle profile. Earnest praise comes from Vinous at 91 points, highlighting its penetrating finesse.

Sourced from Italy's Tuscany, this 750 ml bottle at 14% ABV offers a dry profile (sweetness 01) in the 'other' varietal category. Ideal for those seeking a Rosso di Montalcino that marries elegance with power, it invites pairing with robust dishes or solitary reflection. Elevate your collection with a wine that echoes generations of dedication to Montalcino's terrain.