Tassi Bruno Rosso 2020

The Tassi Bruno Rosso 2020 is a delightful red wine from the renowned Tassi family, known for producing high-quality wines in the Montalcino region of Tuscany. While it doesn’t carry the Brunello designation, this Rosso di Montalcino offers an accessible, youthful expression of 100% Sangiovese that still showcases the region’s signature elegance and depth. The Tassi Bruno Rosso 2020 is an excellent introduction to the winery’s style, offering ripe fruit, balanced acidity, and refined tannins.

The 2020 vintage benefited from favorable growing conditions, allowing the grapes to achieve optimal ripeness while maintaining freshness. This Rosso is aged in large oak casks, softening the tannins and adding subtle complexity while keeping the focus on the vibrant fruit.

Appearance: Bright ruby red with a vibrant, youthful hue.

Aroma: The nose is expressive, offering aromas of fresh red cherries, raspberries, and wild strawberries, complemented by floral notes of violets and subtle hints of earthy spice. There are also delicate touches of herbs and a hint of cedar.

Taste: Medium-bodied with bright acidity and smooth, fine tannins. Flavours of red berries, including cherry and cranberry, dominate the palate, accompanied by subtle earthy undertones and a slight touch of spice. The wine has a fresh, lively character, with a balanced structure that makes it highly drinkable.

Finish: The finish is crisp and clean, with lingering notes of red fruit and a hint of dried herbs. The tannins are gentle but give the wine enough structure for short-term ageing.

Food Pairing: Tassi Bruno Rosso 2020 pairs well with a variety of Tuscan-inspired dishes. It complements pasta with tomato-based sauces, such as pappardelle with ragù, as the wine’s acidity balances the richness of the sauce. It also pairs beautifully with grilled meats like pork or chicken, where its fruit-forward nature and light tannins enhance the savoury flavours. A simple pairing with aged Pecorino cheese also highlights the wine’s bright fruit and subtle complexity.