There is obvious excitement currently for the 2004 Brunello di Montalcino offerings entering the scene but I would like to highlight a Rosso di Montalcino this week, more specifically, La Serena 2007. This estate has belonged to the Mantengoli family since 1933 and Andrea and Marcello started making high quality Brunello and Rosso in 1988. Originally, with a mere one-hectare parcel under vine, the family has increased their holdings to 8.5 hectares and has just recently completed an extremely avant-garde and environmentally friendly new cellar, designed by Marcello himself. In addition, the dedication and meticulous care of the low yield Sangiovese vines are reflected in every sip of their Rosso and Brunello. The Rosso, much like its big brother counterpart, is brimming with spiced blueberry, raspberry fruit tones and aromas of rose petal, tobacco and cherry. Thanks to 12 months of aging in French and Slovenian oak casks, tonneaux and barriques, there is a toasted oak quality and a silkiness to the tannins that is purely sublime. If this Rosso is any indication of the Brunello to come from the 2007 vintage, there will be much euphoria ahead. Pair this lively yet complex red with anything off the grill and you will be in for a lovely dining experience.
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