Valdicava Rosso di Montalcino 2023 Grower Champagne 2021 was the longest spring

2021 was the longest spring in memory

approachability

organic since 1995 and biodynamic for nearly two decades — is how good even their entry-level Bourgognes are

and roasted hazelnuts

with just the right balance between pleasantness and elegance

Valdicava Rosso di Montalcino 2023 Grower Champagne 2021 was the longest springRosso di Montalcino is Brunello's younger sibling same grape (Sangiovese), same terroir, but with shorter aging and a more immediate, juicier personality. For an estate like Valdicava, it's also the most accessible entry point to one of Montalcino's true benchmark producers. The 2023 is bright, fragrant, and beautifully balanced, with the Abbruzzese family's signature perfume and polish at a fraction of the commitment. A weeknight wine made by a great