Montalcino Uncorked: One Grape, Two Very Different Wines

Montalcino Uncorked: One Grape, Two Very Different Wines

Montalcino is one of Tuscany’s great wine regions, yet its story is surprisingly simple. Every serious wine made here comes from a single grape: 100% Sangiovese. Locally, the historic clone is known as Brunello, or “the little dark one,” prized for its thicker skins, deeper colour, firmer tannins, and remarkable ageing potential. What makes Montalcino ... Read more The post Montalcino Uncorked: One Grape, Two Very Different Wines first appeared on My VanCity.

Published by myvancity.ca at 2026-08-09