Col d'Orcia
Rosso di Montalcino
2019
- Organic
$222.00
About this winery
Col d’Orcia literally means the hill overlooking the Orcia River. The Orcia River marks the South West border of the Brunello di Montalcino territory and the name of the farm is intrinsically linked to the physical location were the vineyards are planted. It is the mission of Col d’Orcia to produce the best possible wines that the exceptional combination of soil and climate of this part of Montalcino can achieve.
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Product notes
Mild winter with low temperatures in winter followed by a cool and rainy spring. June and July were mostly sunny. 5 star vintage.Production area is located in Montalcino, on the hill overlooking the Orcia river, facing South. Average height above sea level of 250 meters.
Production notes
Fermentation on grape skins for about 10-12 days at controlled temperature below 28° in shallow, wide steel tanks (150 hl) in order to preserve a fresh and long-living fruit. Ageing 12 months in Slavonian oak casks followed by time in the bottle.
Tasting notes
Deep ruby red with violet reflections. Ample, intense and complex. The pleasant fruity notes of cherry and morello cherry are followed by notes of oak and vanilla. Good structure with pleasant and noticeable tannins. Beautiful freshness and flavor, the finish is long, aromatic and persistent. Will go well with red and white meats, cold meats, pasta with meat sauce, medium-aged cheeses.