Reviews & Ratings

2009 Castello Banfi Italian (Tuscany) Red "Rosso di Montalcino"

Winery: Castello Banfi

Vintage: 2009

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Rosso di Montalcino"

Wine Category: Italian (Tuscany) Red

Grape blend: 100% Sangiovese

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Rosso di Montalcino

State or country: Italy

Price: $23

Cases produced: 50,000

KWG Score: 88.8 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: February 17, 2012

Wine Review: This dark brick red colored wine opens with a mild black cherry and gentle oak bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied and slightly acidic. The flavor profile is a tasty sour cherry with notes of minerality and plum. There is also a touch of black pepper. The finish is dry and its mild dusty tannins linger for quite a while. This wine is food friendly and would pair well with veal marsala. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Intense ruby red in color with violet reflections. Fresh bouquet with typical varietal characteristics of violet, cherry, and plum. Full and elegant in taste, with a surprisingly long finish.

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