Vigna Banditella Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2022

Wine Description for Vigna Banditella Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2022 by Col d’Orcia

Character

The Vigna Banditella represents the accessible side of Montalcino – a Rosso that showcases the essence of Sangiovese without the austerity of a Brunello. Col d’Orcia, an estate with a long tradition on the south-facing slopes of Monte Amiata, masterfully combines fruit clarity with structural integrity. The 2022 vintage brings that vibrant freshness characteristic of Tuscan red wines in cooler years, without losing its distinctive depth.

Terroir & Origin

The Banditella vineyard site lies in the southern zone of Montalcino, where proximity to Monte Amiata provides cooling air currents and pronounced day-night temperature variations. The calcareous clay soils with Galestro components shape the character: they impart that mineral tension and elegance to the Sangiovese for which this appellation is world-renowned. The 2022 vintage was marked by moderate temperatures and balanced rainfall – ideal conditions for aromatic precision.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Sangiovese in its purest form. As a Rosso di Montalcino DOC, this wine undergoes shorter ageing periods than its grand sibling Brunello, which preserves its youthful dynamism. Col d’Orcia employs traditional vinification with controlled maceration and ageing in larger wooden casks that do not overpower the fruit. The result: a wine that combines the typical Sangiovese markers – red cherry, herbal spice, fine tannins – with approachable elegance.

Food Pairing Suggestions

This Rosso is tailor-made for Tuscan everyday cuisine: Pappardelle al Ragù, Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Pecorino cheese at various stages of maturity. The vibrant acidity harmonises beautifully with tomato-based pasta dishes, whilst the tannin structure stands up to grilled lamb or game. A versatile companion that also impresses with mushroom risotto or aged hard cheeses.