Cantina Santa Barbara “Stè” Rosso Piceno 2023, Marche, Italy
Venture off the beaten path with Stefano Antonucci’s Rosso Piceno, a hidden gem from Italy’s enchanting Marche region that’ll make you wonder why you haven’t explored this area sooner. His unoaked “Stè” bottling is a vibrant red composed of 70% Montepulciano and 30% Sangiovese grapes that displays a fresh bouquet of crushed blackberries, pepper, roses, and violets. The palate offers a juicy core of fresh and snappy sour cherries and zesty acidity that keeps the energy high throughout. It finishes with medium length and leaves your palate refreshed and ready for another sip. As the winemaker behind Cantina Santa Barbara, Stefano Antonucci has been shaking things up in the Marche since the 1980s. Known for pushing boundaries and elevating the region’s wine scene, Antonucci’s approach to this Rosso Piceno blends tradition with modern flair. The grapes are carefully harvested from hillside vineyards, where the Adriatic breezes and varied soils impart unique character to the fruit. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness, followed by a brief aging period that allows the wine to harmonize without masking its youthful exuberance. Antonucci’s Rosso Piceno offers a delicious introduction to the underappreciated wines of the Marche. It will prove a terrific addition to your dinner table.
$18.98
6 in stock
