La Gerla Rosso di Montalcino 2023
(Tuscany, Italy) - [VM 92] [JS 91]

About this Winery: 
This small wine estate has established itself as one of the great crus in this territory in the heart of Tuscany, delineated by the Orcia and Ombrone valleys. The estate, formerly owned by the Biondi-Santi family, was purchased by the late Sergio Rossi (formerly at Altesino-Caparzo), and is now run by vineyard manager/director Alberto Passeri and winemaker Vittorio Fiore. They make five wines, all made entirely from Sangiovese Grosso, the only grape planted on the property. Their first vintage was in 1976, making La Gerla one of the first 35 bottlers of Brunello di Montalcino; these days, there are 280. The winery name comes from the large, old-fashioned, conical baskets that grape-harvesters used to carry on their backs.

About the Wine:
La Gerla's Rosso di Montalcino is made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso. The producer describes it as a fresh, youthful expression of the estate's vineyards.

2023 Vineyard & Winemaking:
The grapes come from north-east- and south-east-facing hillside vineyards at 270–320 meters above sea level, with vines averaging 20 years of age. Harvesting is manual in 15-kilogram cases, followed by selection of bunches and berries on sorting tables. Pre-fermentation cold maceration is followed by approximately 15 days on the skins and temperature-controlled fermentation in steel tanks. The wine ages for 10–12 months in large Slavonian oak barrels, with two rackings per year, followed by at least two months in bottle before release. Alcohol: 14%.

Producer's 2023 Tasting Notes:
Intense ruby red with garnet hues. Citrus, berries, cherry, currant and black cherry aromas lead to a fresh, balanced palate with blueberry and currant notes and a delicate spicy finish.

Food Pairing:
The producer recommends pasta, grilled pork and red meat for its Rosso di Montalcino.

Ratings & Reviews

92 Points - Vinous Media:
"The 2023 Rosso di Montalcino is dusty in the glass, with dried roses, peppery wild berries and citrus shavings. It's soft-textured, nearly fleshy, with a saline mineral edge and a core of ripe red berries. Nuanced tannins frame the finish and add a chewy texture as this tapers off with excellent length and freshness. Drinking Window: 2027-2031." - Eric Guido (Mar 2026)

91 Points - James Suckling:
"Ripe strawberries and red plums are complemented by hints of dried herbs and orange peel on the nose. The medium-bodied palate is smooth and juicy, featuring gentle grip, a dusting of texture and a pure, red-fruited finish." - Andrii Stetsiuk (Jul 2025)