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Sesta di Sopra Rosso di Montalcino 2021

Sesta di Sopra Rosso di Montalcino 2021

Regular price $36.00 USD
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Wine Name and Vintage

Sesta di Spora Rosso di Montalcino 2021

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Grape Varietals

100% Sangiovese

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Region

South of Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

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Viticulture

Medium-textured, calcareous soil with cultivation methods that ensure optimal vegetative balance and controlled production.

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Winemaking and Aging

Harvest: Late September, respecting grape integrity.
Winemaking: Traditional techniques with modern technology to extract optimal color and tannins.
Maturation: Aged in French oak barriques.
Bottle Aging: 3 months.

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Tasting Notes

Intense ruby red color with aromas of fresh fruit and toasty vanilla notes. The palate is elegant and austere, with a well-structured body.

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Food Pairing

Perfectly complements hearty Tuscan dishes, grilled meats, and aged cheeses. Serve at 43°-46°F.

Sesta di Sopra, located 4 km from Castelnuovo dell’Abate in the southern part of Montalcino, is a family-run estate spanning 44 hectares. Purchased in 1980, the property was originally an abandoned farmhouse, likely an ancient watchtower, which the family lovingly restored. Over time, they reclaimed olive groves and planted organic vineyards, now totaling 4 hectares, including 2.8 hectares dedicated to Sangiovese Grosso for Brunello production.

The organic vineyards, established in the early 1990s, benefit from calcareous, medium-textured soils that naturally limit vine vigor and ensure low yields of exceptional-quality grapes. The vines are trained using the spurred cordon system, with the oldest vineyard now 29 years old. Meticulous care in both the vineyard and cellar reflects a philosophy rooted in hard work, respect, and tradition, principles passed down through generations.

In the small yet efficient cellar, fermentation begins with pre-fermentative maceration at low temperatures, followed by extended maceration on the skins, balancing tradition with modern precision. Wines age in 30-hectoliter Slavonian oak casks and French oak barriques, highlighting the region’s unique terroir while preserving the integrity of each vintage.

The family's journey began with a dream to create something meaningful in a place they always considered magical. Their commitment to producing high-quality organic wines mirrors their respect for the land and its history, dating back to the Etruscans who first cultivated vines in the area. Today, Sesta di Sopra's wines carry forward this legacy, offering a taste of the region’s rich traditions and timeless elegance.


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