- 100% Sangiovese
- From Ciacci’s prized Fonte vineyard in Castelnuovo dell’Abate, near the Pianrosso cru, the original source of the Rosso di Montalcino
- 1.4 hectares planted in 2003 at 190-220 meters above sea level with marly soils
- Fermentation in a combination of stainless steel and cement vats
- Aging in 7.5 to 20hl Slavonian oak for 12 months, plus additional 8 months in bottle
- 500 cases produced annually on average
- First produced again in the 2014 vintage, and not produced in 2021
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2020
Country:
Italy
Region:
Tuscany
Appellation:
Rosso di Montalcino
Variety:
Sangiovese
Color:
Red
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | IT-CIA-11-20 | 12/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
James Suckling
Score
90
Date
2023-08-16
"Subtle caramel to the very ripe and savory berry fruit and oranges. Quite flavorful on the palate with firm tannins, fresh medium acidity and a spiced, medium-long finish. Shows quality but a little more freshness would take it to the next level. Drink now."
Vinous
Score
92
Date
2023-04-14
"Darkly floral and broody yet captivating, the 2020 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte entices with depths of dried black cherry, cedary, exotic spice and a dusting of cocoa. This is pure elegance on the palate, with silken textures that usher in waves of ripe red and black fruit, all balanced by a core of mineral-tinged acidity. The 2020 finishes with a bitter tinge of sour wild berries and licorice, tapering off with medium length and only lightly structured. This is a more immediate style for Rossofonte, yet one that I find quite attractive."
Wine Advocate
Score
91
Date
2023-03-09
"This is a terrific wine (at an affordable price point) that you can always count on when planning an informal dinner with family and friends. The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2020 Rosso di Montalcino Rossofonte is bright and lively with pretty cherry fruit, raspberry and redcurrant. The aromas are lifted and bright, and the wine offers good textural tension along the way to pair with roast chicken, fajitas, grilled meats and more. We're looking at an annual production of 12,000 bottles."
Wine and Spirits
Score
91
Date
2023-07-28
"This Rosso from estate-grown fruit is rich and round, with flavors of tangy cher"