J. G. Benda Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2022

Authentic and delicate Rosso di Montalcino with depth and finesse from the heights of Montalcino.

A wine with an almost delicate lightness, yet an intensity that lingers and provides a captivating experience.

It opens with a vibrant ruby red color and an aroma of wild cherries, red berries, and a hint of floral notes. The taste follows up with a beautiful balance between fresh acidity, silky tannins, and a persistent minerality that supports the wine's elegant structure.

The grapes come from vineyards at about 500 meters altitude, surrounded by wild nature and an ideal microclimate for winemaking. The soil is a composition of galestro, red clay, and sandstone—perfect for creating a pure and precise expression of Sangiovese.

The harvest is carried out manually, with the grapes being sorted both in the vineyard and in the cellar by John and Zoe. After destemming, they undergo spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel tanks with the grapes' own yeast cells. The maceration lasts 2-3 weeks, where vertical presses extract maximum depth of flavor and natural acidity. The wine is then transferred to large Slavonian and French oak barrels from Gabellotto (20-26HL), where it ages for 20 months without filtration and with only minimal sulfur addition.

Enjoy it now with grilled meat or pasta with a delicious ragu—or save it for a few years to experience its development.