Fattoria La Gerla

Rosso di Montalcino Sangiovese

8.98 ratings
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Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, Italy
Sangiovese
Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Beef, Venison, White Rice, Potato, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Pasta, Herbs, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Pungent Cheese, Chicken, Salami & Prosciutto, Soft Cheese, Duck, Tomato-Based, Pork, Chili & Hot Spicy, Lamb, Turkey, Onion, Shallot, Garlic
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Freddy R. Troya

La Gerla โ€“ 2017
Rosso di Montalcino DOC, Tuscany โ€“ Italy ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

Overview
Made from 100% Sangiovese, the same noble grape as Brunello but vinified for earlier drinking. La Gerla is well-regarded for crafting classic Montalcino wines, and this Rosso shows impressive development for its category.

Aromas & Flavors
Bright red cherry, cranberry, and a whisper of dried herbs. Some oxidative notes peek through, yet they donโ€™t overshadow the elegance.

Mouthfeel
Smooth, approachable, and medium-bodied with soft tannins and a graceful balance.

Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with tomato-based pastas, roasted pork, or aged Pecorino.

Verdict
An enjoyable surprise for a Rosso di Montalcino at this age. Still approachable, balanced, and worth savoring. Cheers!

La Gerla โ€“ 2017
Rosso di Montalcino DOC, Tuscany โ€“ Italy ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

Overview
Made from 100% Sangiovese, the same noble grape as Brunello but vinified for earlier drinking. La Gerla is well-regarded for crafting classic Montalcino wines, and this Rosso shows impressive development for its category.

Aromas & Flavors
Bright red cherry, cranberry, and a whisper of dried herbs. Some oxidative notes peek through, yet they donโ€™t overshadow the elegance.

Mouthfeel
Smooth, approachable, and medium-bodied with soft tannins and a graceful balance.

Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with tomato-based pastas, roasted pork, or aged Pecorino.

Verdict
An enjoyable surprise for a Rosso di Montalcino at this age. Still approachable, balanced, and worth savoring. Cheers!

Oct 7th, 2025
George Hesse

I think I got this at Eataly. Rosso di Montalcino is a very good but less expensive cousin to Brunello di Montalcino.

I think I got this at Eataly. Rosso di Montalcino is a very good but less expensive cousin to Brunello di Montalcino.

May 19th, 2020
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