Montecucco Sangiovese DOCG
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Montalcino's neighbor across the Orcia river, on volcanic and clay soils at higher altitude, with a strong organic movement. The wines are Sangiovese at 90% minimum, riper and softer than Brunello but with the same dried cherry, leather and Mediterranean herb profile, and priced at a third of the cost. Expect medium-full body, warm fruit, moderate acid and dusty tannin; the riservas from ColleMassari can age ten years.
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Castello ColleMassari
Montecucco Sangiovese Riserva
Organic, well distributed, with ripe cherry, cocoa and soft tannin; the easiest bottle to find.
$25 to $32Wine-SearcherCastello ColleMassari
Montecucco Sangiovese Riserva Poggio Lombrone
Single-vineyard riserva from old vines, denser and darker with balsamic and tobacco notes, built for ten years.
$45 to $60Wine-SearcherPodere Montale
Montecucco Sangiovese
Small organic estate reviewed in the US press; a lighter, fresher style with sour cherry and herbs.
$18 to $24Wine-Searcher
| Producer | Wine | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castello ColleMassari | Montecucco Sangiovese Riserva Organic, well distributed, with ripe cherry, cocoa and soft tannin; the easiest bottle to find. | $25 to $32 | Wine-Searcher |
| Castello ColleMassari | Montecucco Sangiovese Riserva Poggio Lombrone Single-vineyard riserva from old vines, denser and darker with balsamic and tobacco notes, built for ten years. | $45 to $60 | Wine-Searcher |
| Podere Montale | Montecucco Sangiovese Small organic estate reviewed in the US press; a lighter, fresher style with sour cherry and herbs. | $18 to $24 | Wine-Searcher |