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
Sangiovese
About this wine
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.
A more structured, food-friendly Sangiovese for those who want more depth than an entry-level Chianti.
Sommelier's Note
"Vigne a Porrona's most personality-driven Sangiovese — the estate's Maremma terroir expressed in pure varietal form."
Food Pairings
Roasted lamb, grilled steak, mushroom risotto, and aged pecorino.
When to drink it
Sunday roasts, dinner parties, pairing with grilled meats.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- $18-24
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.
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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