At a glance

Producer

La Fiorita

Region

Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

Grape variety

Sangiovese Grosso

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$60–$90 USD (retail, average global market)

Tasting profile

Ripe cherry, black plum, wild herbs, tobacco, leather, hints of balsamic and earthy spice.

Evolution: Will gain savory complexity, truffle, forest floor and dried fig notes, finer tannins, greater integration.

At peak: Fully integrated, complex bouquet with dense fruit, mature tannins, rich tertiary flavors.

Structure

Acidity

Bright, balanced

Tannins

Firm, polished, fine-grained

Alcohol

14.0–14.5% ABV (typical for region and vintage)

Aging potential

Excellent; expected to evolve and hold gracefully for 15-20+ years.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2035

Optimal window

2025 to 2040

Current status

Youthful but approachable, decant recommended if drinking now.

Current condition

Vivid, primary fruit with structured tannins; developing secondary complexity.

The wine's tannin and acidity structure promise longevity and complexity, but the 2019 vintage is approachable after a few years; peak expected after primary fruit mellows and secondary/tertiary notes emerge.

Food pairing

Braised beef, wild boar ragu, porcini risotto, aged cheeses, roast lamb, grilled Tuscan sausages.

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The wine has firm tannins and is medium-bodied, which can benefit from aeration to soften the tannins and enhance the aromas.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

La Fiorita underwent organic conversion in recent years; vineyards are farmed organically with minimal synthetic input, use of cover crops, biodiversity encouragement, and manual harvest. On-site solar panels offset some energy use. Water use monitored and reduced by drip irrigation. Wine packaged in lightweight glass bottles with recycled cartons.

La Fiorita actively pursues sustainable winemaking with complete organic certification, reduced chemical input, and renewable energy usage. The main sustainability challenge relates to global shipping, though packaging and on-site efficiencies mitigate impact. Overall, the estate ranks highly for environmental stewardship among Brunello producers, and continues to improve practices each vintage.