Special Cellar Release of Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino

Today we are very proud to offer a last-minute choice for your Thanksgiving dinner by releasing a small collection of special bottles from our cellar—Brunello and Rosso di Montalcino that pair beautifully with the warm, savory flavors of the holiday table. These wines capture both the depth and elegance that make Tuscany such a perfect match for Thanksgiving’s richest dishes.

Brunello di Montalcino stands as one of Italy’s greatest red wines, crafted exclusively from the Sangiovese Grosso grape grown in the unique, elevated terroir surrounding the hilltop town of Montalcino. The region’s combination of warm southern exposures, cooling maritime breezes, and mineral-rich soils gives Brunello its signature mix of power, perfume, and precision. Long aging is fundamental: by law the wine must rest for years in both barrel and bottle, allowing its tightly woven structure to soften and reveal layers of dark cherry, Tuscan herbs, cedar, and earthy, savory depth that few other wines can match.

What makes Brunello especially compelling is its ability to combine grandeur with transparency—the grape faithfully translates tiny shifts in soil, elevation, and microclimate. Producers working in the northern, cooler zones often yield wines of tension and finesse, while the warmer southern slopes produce richer, more muscular expressions, all tied together by Sangiovese’s vibrant acidity. In great hands, Brunello becomes a wine of remarkable longevity, capable of aging gracefully for decades, gaining in complexity and nuance.

Its reputation, however, is not built solely on power; Brunello’s greatest strength is its sense of balance. Even the most opulent vintages retain a core of brightness and authenticity that reflects the soul of the Montalcino landscape. This harmony—between fruit and earth, structure and elegance—is why Brunello sits among the world’s most collectible and revered wines.

Rosso di Montalcino, by contrast, is the younger and more approachable sibling—made from the same Sangiovese Grosso but aged for a far shorter period, offering immediacy, lift, and purity. It captures the essence of Montalcino with brighter fruit, softer tannins, and a more open texture, making it a versatile companion at the table and a joyful introduction to the region’s style.

Yet top-tier Rosso can be far more than a "baby Brunello." When sourced from privileged parcels, older vines, superior microclimates, or declassified Brunello lots, certain Rossos—like the ones we’ve selected—can easily outperform lesser producers’ Brunello. In these special wines, the quality of the land and the precision of the winemaker shine through, delivering depth, character, and elegance that place them in a class well above their designation.