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Altesino Rosso di Montalcino 2018

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Wild rosemary, juniper and iron flavors hold court, with …

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Wine Type and Color

Red Still

Magazine Issue

Web Only - 2021

Summary

Primary Grape

Sangiovese

The name Sangiovese comes from the Latin sanguis Jovis, meaning "blood of Jove." Its color mirrors its etymology: The wines range from brick red to copper-tinged, and can be quite concentrated. Although the grape is originally from southern Italy, the central region of Tuscany boasts the best Sangiovese wines in the world. It is the most widely planted grape variety in the country.

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Altesino Rosso di Montalcino 2018

Wild rosemary, juniper and iron flavors hold court, with …

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Wine Type and Color

Red Still

Magazine Issue

Web Only - 2021

Primary Grape

Sangiovese

The name Sangiovese comes from the Latin sanguis Jovis, meaning "blood of Jove." Its color mirrors its etymology: The wines range from brick red to copper-tinged, and can be quite concentrated. Although the grape is originally from southern Italy, the central region of Tuscany boasts the best Sangiovese wines in the world. It is the most widely planted grape variety in the country.

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