Vigne a Porrona Montecucco Sangiovese

ヴィーニェ・ア・ポッローナ モンテクッコ サンジョヴェーゼ

Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute

About Vigne a Porrona Montecucco Sangiovese

Style
Red
Grape Varieties
Sangiovese
Price Range
$18-24

A pure Sangiovese from Tenuta Vigne a Porrona's Montecucco DOCG vineyards, vinified in absolute purity from 100% Sangiovese. Aged at least 18 months in 500-liter barrels followed by a minimum of 6 months in bottle, giving a wine of greater structure and personality than the estate's Morellino.

Sommelier's Note

Vigne a Porrona's most personality-driven Sangiovese — the estate's Maremma terroir expressed in pure varietal form.

New to wine?

A more structured, food-friendly Sangiovese for those who want more depth than an entry-level Chianti.

Food Pairings

Roasted lamb, grilled steak, mushroom risotto, and aged pecorino.

When to drink it

Sunday roasts, dinner parties, pairing with grilled meats.

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Sangiovese; fermented with about 25 days of skin maceration in temperature-controlled steel; aged at least 18 months in 500-liter barrels, then a minimum of 6 months in bottle.

About the producer

Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari TenuteTuscan legacy family estate spanning Chianti Classico, Montalcino, and Bolgheri.Visit the producer page →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this wine a single varietal?
Yes, it is vinified from 100% Sangiovese in absolute purity.
How does it differ from the estate's Morellino di Scansano?
Unlike the Morellino, which blends in other indigenous varieties, the Montecucco Sangiovese is 100% varietal and undergoes longer barrel aging (at least 18 months in 500-liter barrels), giving it more structure.
What food pairs well with it?
Roasted lamb, grilled steak, mushroom risotto and aged pecorino.

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