CuvéeMontalcinoRed

Centine Rosso

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Castello Banfi

Sangiovese · Cabernet Sauvignon · Merlot

About this wine

An everyday Toscana IGT red blend of roughly 60% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot from the Montalcino area. Intense mauve-red in color, it opens with cherry, dried fig, blackberry and wild oregano, followed by juicy blackberry, plum and strawberry fruit with fine tannins and a fresh, easy finish.

Beginner's Note

Banfi's most accessible red — a fantastic, wallet-friendly first taste of the estate.

Sommelier's Note

"Centine is proof that a large estate like Banfi can still make a genuinely enjoyable everyday red — no shortcuts, just honest Tuscan fruit at a friendly price."

Food Pairings

An easygoing match for pizza, pasta with tomato sauce, cold cuts, and burgers.

When to drink it

Casual weeknight meals, pizza nights, and everyday drinking.

Specs

Grape Varieties
Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Style
Red
Alcohol
13%
Price Range
$12-16

Terroir & Winemaking

An easy-drinking Toscana IGT blend of approximately 60% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot from Banfi's Montalcino-area vineyards, made for early consumption with soft tannins and bright acidity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Centine Rosso made from?
It is a blend of approximately 60% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot.
Is Centine Rosso meant to be aged?
No, it is designed for early drinking within a couple of years of release, when its fresh fruit character is at its best.
What food pairs well with Centine Rosso?
It is versatile with pizza, tomato-based pasta, cold cuts and burgers.

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