NEW Fattoria Svetoni Rosso di Montepulciano DOC

Pairs with: Classic Tuscan ragù over pappardelle, roasted pork tenderloin with rosemary and garlic, wood-fired Margherita pizza, Florentine-style grilled steak, or aged Pecorino Toscano cheese.

Good for: Introducing lovers of Chianti to the juicy, fruit-forward charm of Montepulciano; serving a versatile, food-friendly red for weeknight Italian suppers; or enjoying an approachable, youthful expression of Sangiovese crafted by a historic estate.

Grape: Predominantly Sangiovese (Prugnolo Gentile).

I am from: Rosso di Montepulciano DOC, Tuscany, Italy (Sourced from estate-tended vineyards in Montepulciano, planted in clay and sand soils rich in marine fossils).

The Story: Grounded in a winemaking history that dates back to 1865, Fattoria Svetoni is a historic estate nestled in the rolling Tuscan hills near Montepulciano. Reimagined with state-of-the-art cellar practices while honoring traditional viticulture, the estate focuses on expressing the distinct personality of Prugnolo Gentile—the local clone of Sangiovese. Sourced from sun-drenched, hillside plots where warm days are balanced by cool night air off the Apennine mountains, the grapes achieve ideal ripeness while preserving vibrant natural acidity. In the cellar, the winemaking team focuses on freshness and fruit purity. The grapes undergo temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation followed by a brief aging period in neutral vessels, creating a bright, accessible red that offers an immediate, joyful window into the soul of Montepulciano.

Why You'll Love Me: It is a delightfully energetic, supple, and mouthwatering red that pairs radiant red fruit with distinct Tuscan rustic charm. In the glass, it pours a clear, vibrant ruby-red with garnet glints. The nose opens with an inviting bouquet of crunchy red cherries, wild strawberries, and red plums, elegantly layered over top notes of violet, dried thyme, leather, and a touch of earth. On the palate, it glides with a balanced, medium-bodied stride; a juicy core of bright berry fruit is supported by fine-grained, smooth tannins and a lively beam of Sangiovese acidity. Clean, food-friendly, and endlessly drinkable, it glides into a lingering finish marked by a trailing touch of red currant, dried herbs, and a persistent, stone-dust mineral snap.