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Brunello di Montalcino Persante wine — Rasina winery — Dionysus

Brunello di Montalcino Persante

by Rasina · Tuscany, Italy

Appellation
Brunello di MontalcinoDOCG
Type
Red
Grapes
100% Sangiovese (Brunello)
Vineyard
Selected parcels historically held in the highest regard by Santi Mantengoli
Line
Brunello di Montalcino
Vintages
The product photograph depicts the 2015 vintage.
RasinaTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Sangiovese is selected from parcels historically prized by Santi Mantengoli.

Grapes

100% Sangiovese (Brunello).

Ageing

Matured for 24 months in wooden barrels of different sizes, followed by 4 months in bottle.

Technical data

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. Production is 4,000 bottles.

Tasting profile

Ruby red, with aromas of fruit and spices. The palate is robust, generous and persistent.

Serving and pairing

A contemplative wine. Open 2 hours before serving to promote oxygenation. Pair with red meat, game, roasts, salumi and aged cheeses.

Label / history

Persante is dedicated to Santi Mantengoli, the grandfather who renewed viticulture at the La Rasina estate. Its powerful, generous character evokes his resolute farming spirit.