Argiano Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2023
(Tuscany, Italy) - [WS 92] [DM 92] [JS 91] [JD 90]

Notes from the Winemaker:
Rosso di Montalcino is deep ruby red in color. It is medium bodied with a good concentration on the mid-palate. Elegant in the mouth, it is well balanced with tempting flavors of red berries, violets, menthol and earthiness. A generous wine with smooth, velvety tannins that will satisfy all Sangiovese lovers. The perfect companion at mealtimes, it is ideal paired with red meat, veal, bruschetta and all kinds of cheeses and pasta dishes.

Vinification:
Rosso di Montalcino is made from 100% Sangiovese grapes. The grapes are vinified in stainless steel tanks, with the must fermenting in contact with the skins for about two weeks, extending this time to three weeks if the grapes come from the best vineyards, in order to obtain the best possible concentration. Rosso di Montalcino undergoes a second fermentation(like all red wines), which makes it smoother. It then ages in French oak barriques which have already been used once beforE and in larger Slavonian oak barrels until bottling time the following autumn. Argiano's oenologist describes our Rosso di Montalcino as fresh, vivacious and full of “easy to taste" but generous fruity flavours that are sufficiently versatile to develop greater depth over the years spent in the bottle.

Ratings & Reviews

92 Points - Wine Spectator:
"This is elegant, showing a piercing mineral vein, along with strawberry, cherry, rose hip and bright, woodsy flavors. Pure, with tension and a line of fine tannins on the finish. Drink now through 2032. 4,166 cases made, 1,007 cases imported." - Bruce Sanderson (Oct 2025)

92 Points - Decanter Magazine:
"Enticingly fresh and open on the nose, with classic violet and cherry aromas. On the palate this is smooth and juicy with very fine, lightly extracted tannins and a warm, round finish. Ready to drink now, it comes from dedicated vineyards and is aged briefly in traditional barrels to maintain the varietal fruit character. A toothsome wine in a bright, contemporary style." - Richard Baudains (Jun 2025)

91 Points - James Suckling:
"A graceful wine focused on sweet cinnamon, red fruit and licorice. Light-bodied, on the palate, it shows vivid chalky tannins, a grainy finish and crisp acidity. To be matched with food. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold." (Dec 2024)

90 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:
"Translucent ruby in color, the 2023 Rosso Di Montalcino is pretty and inviting with a floral bouquet that offers notes of crushed strawberries, roses, and sweet herbs. Medium-bodied, the palate is elegant but also has a light gamey richness underneath, with ripe tannins, a chalky (almost liver-like texture), and a clean finish. The acidity is more modest in this charming, easygoing wine. Enjoy it over the next 4-6 years." - Audrey Frick (Jan 2025)