Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2023

Valdicava | Tuscany
Valdicava Vincenzo Abbruzzese | Loc. Valdicava | IT 53024 Montalcino

09652123 · 0,75 l · 45,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

There are vintages that make history – and 2023 will be one such milestone for Valdicava. In a decision that prioritises pure perfection over commercial success, Vincenzo Abbruzzese made a choice that only a true purist can make: Not a single drop of the 2023 vintage will leave the estate as Brunello di Montalcino. Instead, the entire precious harvest from the legendary Montosoli vineyards will be channelled into a Rosso di Montalcino of historic significance. What would normally be considered "declassification" becomes a deliberate art form here. All the grapes from the famous vineyards, those that would normally be reserved for the celebrated Brunello and even the mythical Madonna del Piano Riserva, come together to create a Rosso that pushes the boundaries of its category.

In the cool north-eastern slopes of Montalcino, where the mixture of clay, sand and limestone produces fruit of legendary intensity, a harvest ripened in 2023 that Vincenzo judged to be excellent, but not "Brunello-worthy" according to his uncompromising standards. This decision, tough but characteristic of a man who prioritises quality over quantity, gives wine lovers a Rosso of unparalleled dimension.

The result is a wine that defies all conventions: The concentration and depth of a great Brunello, paired with the youthful freshness and accessibility of a Rosso. Intense aromas of ripe cherries and wild berries merge with the characteristic notes of the Montosoli terroir – earthy minerality, Mediterranean herbs and that mystical elegance that only the best sites in Montalcino can produce. This is more than just a wine, it is a statement. The 2023 Valdicava Rosso will forever stand as proof that true greatness is not tied to labels, but lies in the vision and courage of the winemaker. For us, a clear "must buy" that also writes wine history. SUPERIORE.DE

"This aromatic red features rose, raspberry, kirsch and rosemary flavors. The fruit is matched up with a solid base of chalky tannins." Wine Spectator