Brand: La Rasina
Style: Red Wine
Varietal: Sangiovese Grosso
Region: Tuscany
Category: Italy
Size: 750 ml
Ratings:
La Rasina-The Power of Family in Montalcino
La Rasina is located on the fine southeastern slope of Montalcino. Rolling hills with roses climbing over the old walls of the main house create an atmosphere of loving attention in this small family run property.There are fewer and fewer of them, but this estate is still a true Montalcino born, family run estate.
La Rasina was founded in the early 1970's by the grandfather of the Mantengoli family, Santi. Later managed by Vasco, his son, and now by Marco, his grandson, the estate shows the dedication and excellence of an endeavor kept in the hands of one hardworking family over many years. Recent recognition given to Marco Mantengoli at La Rasina included top ratings and awards at literally every wine review published on Brunello.
Reviews
Wine Spectator 93 Points
Shows blackberries, with hints of minerals and dried flowers on the nose. Intense aromas. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, long finish. Very long and beautiful. Best after 2011. 2,500 cases made. -JS
Antonio Galloni Wine Advocate 90 Points
La Rasina's 2004 Brunello di Montalcino is a dense, full-bodied wine packed with ripe, dark plums, violets, new leather and sweet, fragrant spices. This is an opulent, fruit-driven style of Brunello, yet the wine possesses the gorgeous inner perfume, vibrancy and clarity of a top-flight wine. The sweet, long finish and soft tannins make this an excellent choice for drinking now and over the near-term. This is another outstanding effort from proprietor Marco Mantengoli. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2016.
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