Mastrojanni Rosso di Montalcino 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Mastrojanni
Label Name:
 
Rosso di Montalcino
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Montalcino, Tuscany
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14%
Grape(s):
 
Sangiovese (100%)
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Selected scores for the 2021 Rosso di Montalcino — Vinous 92, Robert Parker / Wine Advocate 91, Wine Spectator 90

Tasting Note
Bright cherry and plum, red berries, dried herbs and sweet spice with subtle balsamic and earthy tones; medium–full body, lively acidity, fine ripe tannins and a savory, persistent finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled steak, roast lamb, tomato‑based pasta (ragù), aged pecorino and charcuterie. Asian: Korean BBQ (bulgogi), Chinese char siu or spicy Sichuan lamb, Japanese yakitori (tare) and yakisoba.

Production Method
Hand‑harvested Sangiovese; fermented in stainless steel, aged 6–7 months in Allier oak (54 hl) barrels, followed by brief bottle ageing; estate moving toward organic practices.

Vineyard Info
Founded 1975; estate in Castelnuovo dell’Abate (Montalcino). Owned by the Illy family since 2008; long focus on Sangiovese and terroir‑driven wines.