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ROSSO DI MONTALCINO

Rosso is a new appelation for red wine from Brunello grapes of Montalcino (Sangiovese Grosso) not aged long enough to qualify as Brunello. Usually lacking the austere, tannic complexity of aged Brunello, Rosso di Montalcino makes excellent drinking at a lower cost,. As Italy’s first alternative appelation to DOCG, this gives growers the option of using grapes from the vineyards for either Brunello or this younger DOC. In good years they may select superior grapes for wines to be aged as Brunello, while declaring the rest as Rosso di Montalcino. Often referred to as the “Baby Brunello” , Rosso has a deep ruby red color with a round, elegantly full, velvety quality in the mouth. An excellent accompaniment with game, pasta dishes, red meats and cheeses. Serve at room temperature.