2024 Montevertine - Pian del Ciampolo Super Tuscan (750ml)

Pian del Ciampolo is the most approachable wine from Montevertine, Sergio Manetti’s legendary Radda estate, now run by his son Martino. It’s made with the same care as the estate’s famous Montevertine and Le Pergole Torte. The fruit comes mainly from a 1.5-hectare parcel replanted in 2003, plus younger vines from the estate’s top sites. It’s 90% Sangiovese with small amounts of Canaiolo and Colorino. Like all the estate’s wines, it’s fermented in cement, aged in large Slavonian oak casks and bottled unfiltered. Expect wild strawberry, sour cherry, violets and rose petals, with a hint of smoke. The palate is juicy and crunchy, with lively acidity, firm tannins and a spicy finish. A perfect pizza, pasta or roast chicken red that also ages well.