Le Ragnaie Rosso di Montalcino 2022

Winemaking

Le Ragnaie is a small family estate in Montalcino committed to expressing the character of Brunello through thoughtful winemaking that respects the varietal's structure and aging potential. The producer favors traditional methods that allow the wine's natural complexity to emerge without heavy-handed intervention.

Tasting Notes

This elegant Rosso di Montalcino opens with bright cherry and plum aromatics layered beneath subtle earth and dried herb notes. On the palate, the wine is refined and well-balanced, with silky tannins that frame flavors of red berries, leather, and mineral tension, finishing clean and persistent. The medium body and graceful structure make this an approachable introduction to Brunello's potential without sacrificing complexity.

Producer

Le Ragnaie operates as a small family winery within the Montalcino region, where Brunello—the local expression of Sangiovese Grosso—has been cultivated for generations. The estate focuses on sustainable viticulture practices that honor both the vineyard and the traditional winemaking standards the appellation is known for.

Terroir

Montalcino sits in southern Tuscany on rolling hills south of Siena, where altitude and a continental climate create ideal conditions for Brunello's slow ripening and structural development. The combination of clay and limestone soils contributes mineral character and the firm tannin framework that defines wines from this region. Rosso di Montalcino—made from the same Sangiovese Grosso varietal as Brunello—comes from younger vines or is released earlier, offering freshness and accessibility while retaining the hallmarks of the terroir.

Food Pairings

Try this with roasted chicken and herbs or a casual pasta with wild mushrooms and garlic. For a more composed pairing, consider pan-seared duck breast with cherry reduction or aged Pecorino Romano—both will highlight the wine's mineral elegance and refined tannin structure.