Le Ragnaie 'Casanovina di Montosoli' Brunello di Montalcino 2021

Casanovina di Montosoli is sourced from one of Montalcino’s most revered vineyard zones, long recognized for producing some of the appellation’s most structured and age-worthy wines. Situated on the Montosoli hill north of the village of Montalcino, the site is prized for its galestro-rich soils, favorable exposure, and ability to deliver both power and finesse.

In the 2021 vintage, Le Ragnaie’s Casanovina di Montosoli shows remarkable composure. While more grounded and muscular than the estate’s higher-altitude sites, the wine remains balanced and precise, with layered fruit, savory depth, and a sense of quiet authority that unfolds gradually in the glass.

Quick Facts

• Region: Tuscany, Italy

• Appellation: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

• Vineyard: Casanovina di Montosoli (single vineyard)

• Zone: Montosoli hill (north of Montalcino)

• Varietal: 100% Sangiovese

• Vinification: Concrete fermentation, native yeasts

• Aging: Large-format Slavonian oak

• Alcohol: ~13.5%

• Style: Structured, layered, cellar-worthy Brunello

Tasting Profile

• Aromatics: Ripe red cherry, wild berry, dried herbs, leather, subtle earth

• Palate: Concentrated yet composed, with savory red fruit, mineral depth, and firm structure

• Structure: Dense, fine-grained tannins with excellent balance

• Overall Impression: Classical, authoritative, and deeply expressive

Why We Love It

Montosoli has long been synonymous with great Brunello, and Le Ragnaie’s interpretation honors that legacy while maintaining the estate’s signature restraint. This is a wine for collectors who appreciate depth and structure, but who also value transparency, balance, and evolution over time. A benchmark expression of site within Montalcino.

Winemaking & Viticulture

The Casanovina di Montosoli vineyard sits on the historic Montosoli hill, where galestro-rich soils and favorable exposure contribute to wines of structure and longevity. Fermentation takes place in concrete vats with native yeasts, followed by extended maceration to build texture and depth without excess extraction. Aging occurs exclusively in large-format Slavonian oak, allowing the wine to mature slowly and harmoniously while preserving site character.

Serving & Pairing

Best enjoyed with extended aeration in its youth. Pair with hearty, savory dishes such as braised meats, lamb, porcini-based preparations, or aged cheeses that complement the wine’s depth and structure.

Drinking Window

2026–2045+
Early years emphasize structure and savory depth; with time, the wine is expected to develop greater aromatic complexity, softer tannins, and a more seamless integration of fruit and earth-driven nuances.

Estate Overview

Le Ragnaie is among Montalcino’s most respected estates, recognized for its high-elevation vineyards and classical, site-transparent approach to Brunello di Montalcino. Under Riccardo Campinoti’s stewardship, the winery prioritizes traditional methods, minimal intervention, and long-term balance—producing wines that reward patience and thoughtful enjoyment.