Expect red and dark cherry, dried herb, leather, and refined oak with medium-to-full body and refined tannins. The 2018 Tuscan vintage was good.
- Varietal
- Sangiovese (Rosso di Montalcino)
- Region
- Italy / Tuscany / Montalcino
- Body
- Medium to Full
- Style
- dry red, traditional Tuscan, food-friendly
The producer
Castiglion del Bosco is a Montalcino estate owned by the Ferragamo family (of Italian luxury fashion). The estate has been significantly modernized and produces a range of Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino bottlings.
What critics say
Castiglion del Bosco wines receive consistently solid reviews as polished modern Montalcino expressions.
Pairing
Grilled lamb chops, baked pasta with meat sauce, aged Pecorino