Le Potazzine Gorelli Rosso di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy 2023

Le Potazzine is a true family affair, founded by Gigliola Giannetti in 1993, and which she now runs with her daughters, Viola and Sofia. Potazzine is local dialect for the “little birds” which adorn the label, as well as a term for children. The estate has just five hectares of vines, among the highest plots in Montalcino at 570 metres. The cool sites produce remarkably elegant Sangiovese, and Gigliola’s Brunellos retain freshness in even the hottest years. It’s an estate destined for greatness.

"The Le Potazzine 2023 Rosso di Montalcino shows attractive aromas of dried pomegranate, grenadine and fresh iris root. The bouquet encapsulates the pretty fresh and fruit-forward aromas inherent to Sangiovese. I love the lively and food-friendly personality of this pretty wine that ages in Slavonian oak casks for a brief 10 months. This is one of the better Rossos from this vintage." Wine Advocate 90