At a glance

Producer

Mastrojanni

Region

Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

Grape variety

Sangiovese

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$75-$120

Tasting profile

Notes of cherry, plum, leather, and spice with hints of earth and tobacco.

Evolution: Will develop more complex leather, forest floor, and balsamic nuances over the next decade.

At peak: Balanced integration of fruit, tertiary notes and refined tannins with silky mouthfeel.

Structure

Acidity

High and vibrant, supporting long aging

Tannins

Firm, ripe and well-integrated

Alcohol

14.0%

Aging potential

25+ years from vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2048

Optimal window

2024 to 2051

Current status

Approaching early maturity with excellent development potential

Current condition

The wine is currently evolving from its youthful fruit dominance towards more complex tertiary aromatics.

This Brunello from the single vineyard ‘Vigna Schiena d'Asino’ from an excellent 2016 vintage catches the renowned structure and acidity of Sangiovese with focused concentration. The wine undergoes a long maceration and traditional oak aging resulting in a wine capable of graceful evolution and extended cellaring. The excellent vintage quality adds 5-10 years to typical aging windows, explaining the long peak timeframe.

Food pairing

Pairs beautifully with rich Tuscan dishes including roasted meats, wild game, truffle-infused pastas, aged pecorino, and mushroom risotto.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To allow the wine to open fully and soften the firm tannins for enhanced aromatic expression.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Mastrojanni practices sustainable viticulture including limited chemical use, soil preservation, energy-efficient winery operations, and water conservation methods. Their bottle packaging uses lightweight glass to reduce carbon emissions.

While not certified organic or biodynamic, Mastrojanni embraces sustainability through responsible vineyard management, reducing chemical inputs, conserving natural resources, and optimizing winery energy use. Packaging focuses on minimizing environmental impact via lightweight bottles and recycled materials, contributing to a solid sustainability profile among top Tuscan producers.