From: From: Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
Varietal: Sangiovese
Taste: This Sangiovese wine showcases a vibrant purple-red hue with lively reflections. On the nose, it is fresh and dominated by sweet Marasca cherry, complemented by subtle hints of wood. The palate offers a juicy sweetness and freshness, featuring ripe cherry and plum, with undertones of licorice and dried herbs.
Pairing: When pairing food with the 2022 Vasco Sassetti Rosso di Montalcino, its vibrant acidity, bright red fruit flavors, and balanced tannins should guide the selection. Dishes with a similar level of acidity, such as tomato-based pasta sauces like marinara or classic Italian ragù, will complement the wine’s freshness. Its moderate tannins benefit from pairing with dishes with some fat, such as roasted pork tenderloin, lamb chops, or beef carpaccio, as the meat's richness softens the wine’s structure.
Braised Chicken With Artichokes and Olives
By Melissa Clark
About: Tucked in the rolling hills of Montalcino, Tuscany, this family-run estate has been crafting wines for over a century, capturing the essence of Sangiovese with every vintage. What began as a modest vineyard in the early 1900s has evolved into a respected name in Brunello di Montalcino.
In 1985, when Vasco Sassetti took the helm, determined to elevate the estate's reputation by focusing exclusively on high-quality, estate-bottled wines. With a clear vision for the future, Vasco sought the expertise of esteemed enologist Claudio Gori. Their collaboration brought new energy to the vineyards, combining generational knowledge with innovative techniques to refine the estate’s wines.
