Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2024

Wine Description for Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2024 from Le Chiuse

Character

The 2024 Rosso is the quick, nervous variant of the Le Chiuse style. Eric Guido coined the defining distinction in his Vinous vintage report (March 2026): „the elegant, energetic 2024s“ stand as a brighter, more mobile counterpoint to the more concentrated 2023. 13 per cent alcohol by volume instead of the usual 14 – here the Magnelis harvest early and aim for drinkability, not ageing potential.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes come from the same seven hectares of Sangiovese on the north-eastern flank of Montosoli, from which the Brunello is also made – only from the younger vines. Altitude between 300 and 500 metres, the soil comprises galestro slate, calcareous marl, clay and volcanic tuff. Organic farming for over two decades. The north-facing slope, not the warmer south, is the source of the floral, herbal-spicy signature – and the precise acidity.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100 per cent Sangiovese Grosso from the historic mass selection of the BS 11 clone. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, approximately 13 months ageing in large Slavonian oak casks – the same botti as for the Brunello, only considerably shorter. No barrique, no roasted notes, no cosmetics. The result: the floral, earthy signature of the house without the three-year maturation work of the grand bottles.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Ideal with medium-weight Italian cuisine: Tagliatelle al ragù toscano, Coniglio alle olive (rabbit in white wine with Taggiasca olives), Gnocchi with sage and butter, Ribollita or Focaccia with anchovies and burrata. With cheese Pecorino stagionato or a young Caciotta al tartufo. Serve at 15–16 degrees, 15 minutes decanting is sufficient – this wine needs no grand unveiling.