Winemaker Notes
The parcel of the Maceone vineyard, has an East exposure with an altitude between 269 to 326 meters above sea level. This parcel was selected after a careful microzonal study among the 55 hectares of vineyards out of over 600 in total owned by the Castello di Montepò estate. It consists in a particular unicum, expression of the great uniqueness and potential of this exclusive clone of the Biondi Santi family, the BBS11.
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
Spicy, savory, and salty on the nose, with tart wild berries, and a hint of bitter citrus peel. The palate walks the same tightrope between dark chocolate and dark fruit on one side, and then tart berries, bitter citrus, and flaky salt on the other. Warm and rich, but with rigorous structure and a clarity of vision. The 2019 is a masterpiece that’s hard to follow up, but 2020 holds its own.
Legendary in Italy for its Renaissance art and striking landscape, Tuscany is also home to many of the country’s best red wines. Sangiovese reigns supreme here, as either the single varietal, or a dominant player, in almost all of Tuscany’s best.
A remarkable Chianti, named for its region of origin, will have a bright acidity, supple tannins and plenty of cherry fruit character. From the hills and valleys surrounding the medieval village of Montalcino, come the distinguished and age-worthy wines based on Brunello (Sangiovese). Earning global acclaim since the 1970s, the Tuscan Blends are composed solely of international grape varieties or a mix of international and Sangiovese. The wine called Vine Nobile di Montepulciano, composed of Prognolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and is recognized both for finesse and power.