{"product_id":"san-polo-rosso-di-montalcino-doc-2023","title":"San Polo Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2023","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Vibrant Side of Montalcino \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMontalcino's Sangiovese is celebrated for its ability to evolve magnificently with time, but there is another side to the variety that is equally captivating: its fragrance, energy and vivid expression in youth. San Polo Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2023 captures precisely that character, revealing bright berry fruit, fresh acidity and finely balanced tannins in a wine that feels unmistakably rooted in Montalcino yet wonderfully immediate. Elegant without formality, it brings the vitality of Tuscan Sangiovese directly to the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from 100% Sangiovese grown in the Vigna Rossa and Vigna d'Oriente vineyards at approximately 450 metres above sea level, the wine benefits from an elevated position that proved particularly valuable during the challenging 2023 growing season. Slow, steady ripening and pronounced day-to-night temperature shifts helped preserve freshness while allowing the grapes to reach full phenolic maturity. In the cellar, 80% is fermented in concrete and 20% in amphora, followed by thoughtful maturation in large oak and cement—a restrained approach designed to build texture and complexity while keeping the purity and personality of Sangiovese firmly at the forefront.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright, glossy ruby red in colour, the bouquet is fragrant and expressive, opening with fresh red berries and sour cherry before deeper notes of blackberry and black cherry emerge, complemented by a delicate touch of vanilla. The palate is warm and smooth yet beautifully fresh, with a medium-bodied structure and finely balanced tannins giving definition without heaviness. Dry, energetic and elegantly composed, it carries its vibrant fruit through a persistent, aromatic finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Montalcino Sangiovese – A pure and expressive interpretation of Tuscany's great native red grape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant \u0026amp; Fragrant – Fresh berries, sour cherry and darker fruit combine with remarkable aromatic energy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-Altitude Vineyards – Grown at approximately 450 metres, where elevation helps preserve freshness and balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcrete \u0026amp; Amphora Fermentation – Thoughtful vinification emphasizes fruit purity, texture and varietal character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant Yet Approachable – Refined enough for a special dinner, yet wonderfully versatile for enjoying whenever the occasion calls for beautiful Tuscan red wine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with pappardelle or tagliatelle with ragù.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoying alongside roast pork, grilled lamb and herb-roasted poultry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServing with mushroom dishes, Tuscan salumi and aged Pecorino.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening for an Italian-inspired dinner where freshness and versatility matter as much as complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscovering the more immediate, energetic expression of Sangiovese from Montalcino.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSan Polo Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2023 reveals Montalcino through freshness rather than patience—a vivid, beautifully composed expression of Sangiovese that captures the fragrance, elegance and energy of the variety in its youth. From its first burst of cherry to its lingering aromatic finish, it offers the pleasure of Montalcino with an immediacy that makes the next glass difficult to resist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eREVIEW\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated 92, Danielle Callegari, Wine Enthusiast, December 31, 2025 “The nose has an umami feel like early fall, as sour cherries and wild strawberries gleam above anchoring aromas of damp earth, herbs and low tide. On the palate, raspberries and orange peel bring out the texture of the strawberries, above that enduring umami anchor. Taut tannins keep lively acid in check.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePRESS REVIEW\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRated 92, Danielle Callegari, Wine Enthusiast, December 31, 2025 “The nose has an umami feel like early fall, as sour cherries and wild strawberries gleam above anchoring aromas of damp earth, herbs and low tide. On the palate, raspberries and orange peel bring out the texture of the strawberries, above that enduring umami anchor. Taut tannins keep lively acid in check.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCATEGORY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVINTAGE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2023\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSIZE\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e750 ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCOUNTRY\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItaly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eREGION\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTuscany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVARIETALS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Sangiovese\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eALCOHOL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVINEYARD PRACTICES\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"San Polo Exe","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":49009754669311,"sku":"330836","price":455.88,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0251\/8358\/4335\/files\/San_Polo_Rosso_di_Montalcino_2020_PNG_0dd00051-558d-4b91-9102-b498d5b89106.png?v=1786643185","url":"https:\/\/profilewinegroup.com\/products\/san-polo-rosso-di-montalcino-doc-2023","provider":"Profile Wine Group","version":"1.0","type":"link"}