Castello di Montepo Maceone 2020
Introduction
This exclusive red wine originates from the historic Castello di Montepò estate in the Maremma region of Tuscany, the private winegrowing domain of Jacopo Biondi Santi. Maceone is the estate’s premier "Cru" dedicated entirely to Merlot, standing as a counterpart to the Cabernet-based Fontecanese. Born from the rigorous micro-zonation studies conducted by Jacopo Biondi Santi, this wine is sourced from a specific, high-altitude vineyard plot rich in galestro soil that was identified as the perfect terroir for expressing the depth and elegance of the Merlot grape. It represents a modern, sophisticated interpretation of this international varietal, filtered through the lens of Tuscan tradition. The 2020 vintage, characterized by a balanced growing season, allowed for perfect phenolic ripening, resulting in a wine of exceptional softness and structural integrity.
Wine Description
Castello di Montepò Maceone 2020 displays a concentrated, luminous ruby red colour with slight purple edges. The nose is opulent and enveloping, offering a rich bouquet of ripe blackberries, dark plums, and blackcurrants, beautifully integrated with complex notes of sweet spices, vanilla, and a hint of roasted coffee bean. On the palate, the wine is the epitome of elegance and roundness; it is full-bodied and velvety, distinguished by soft, polished tannins that wrap around a dense core of dark fruit. Despite its plush texture, it maintains a vibrant acidity that provides lift and longevity. The finish is long, warm, and persistent, leaving lingering impressions of fruit compote and savory balsamic nuances. This 100% Merlot typically has an ABV of 14% and is aged for 24 months in un-toasted French oak barriques (Tronçais), followed by significant bottle refinement. The optimal drinking window is from release through approximately 15 to 20 years.
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Introduction
This exclusive red wine originates from the historic Castello di Montepò estate in the Maremma region of Tuscany, the private winegrowing domain of Jacopo Biondi Santi. Maceone is the estate’s premier "Cru" dedicated entirely to Merlot, standing as a counterpart to the Cabernet-based Fontecanese. Born from the rigorous micro-zonation studies conducted by Jacopo Biondi Santi, this wine is sourced from a specific, high-altitude vineyard plot rich in galestro soil that was identified as the perfect terroir for expressing the depth and elegance of the Merlot grape. It represents a modern, sophisticated interpretation of this international varietal, filtered through the lens of Tuscan tradition. The 2020 vintage, characterized by a balanced growing season, allowed for perfect phenolic ripening, resulting in a wine of exceptional softness and structural integrity.
Wine Description
Castello di Montepò Maceone 2020 displays a concentrated, luminous ruby red colour with slight purple edges. The nose is opulent and enveloping, offering a rich bouquet of ripe blackberries, dark plums, and blackcurrants, beautifully integrated with complex notes of sweet spices, vanilla, and a hint of roasted coffee bean. On the palate, the wine is the epitome of elegance and roundness; it is full-bodied and velvety, distinguished by soft, polished tannins that wrap around a dense core of dark fruit. Despite its plush texture, it maintains a vibrant acidity that provides lift and longevity. The finish is long, warm, and persistent, leaving lingering impressions of fruit compote and savory balsamic nuances. This 100% Merlot typically has an ABV of 14% and is aged for 24 months in un-toasted French oak barriques (Tronçais), followed by significant bottle refinement. The optimal drinking window is from release through approximately 15 to 20 years.
