Cerbaiona Grammatica, Rosso IGT Toscana 2023

At Whitfield Wines, we love to present second and third wines from well known estates. its often a great bet as you get quality of wine making, and care in the vineyard, without the premium price the name commands. This is Northern Montalcino freshness, classic structure and refined purity in a bottle. Cerbaiona is one of the most revered estates in Montalcino, founded in 1977 by Diego Molinari and elevated to international renown during the nineteen eighties and nineties for its uncompromising, site driven Brunello. The domaine sits on the northern slopes of Montalcino near Canalicchio, at around 300 metres altitude, where galestro and limestone soils combine with cooler exposures to give Sangiovese of precision and longevity. Today the estate is owned by Matthew Fioretti, who has preserved Cerbaiona’s original philosophy of extremely low yields, meticulous hand work and classical vinification. Vineyards are farmed organically, harvesting is carried out parcel by parcel, and the cellar approach remains resolutely traditional, with long fermentations, extended macerations and ageing in large Slavonian oak to prioritise structure, balance and age worthy finesse. A vibrant, fruit-driven Sangiovese from Cerbaiona, “Grammatica” blends estate and selected parcels to offer a pure, accessible expression of Montalcino. The nose opens with ripe cherry, wild berries and floral hints, layered with subtle spice and earthy notes. On the palate, it is supple yet structured, with fine tannins, bright acidity and a gently savoury edge. Balanced and quietly complex, it delivers freshness, clarity and a refined Tuscan character with excellent drinkability.