Argiano Rosso Di Montalcino 2024

The Argiano Rosso di Montalcino 2024 is a highly regarded, vibrant Tuscan red from one of the oldest and most historic wine estates in Montalcino, Italy. Made from 100% Sangiovese grapes harvested from organically farmed vineyards, the 2024 vintage is energetic and approachable with purity, freshness, and bright character. This bright red pairs cherry and redcurrant fruit with a lift of violet and a faint hint of menthol, finishing with soft, chewy tannins and crisp acidity. It's an easy-drinking introduction to Sangiovese from Montalcino, best enjoyed with roast meats.

In the glass it shows a bright ruby colour with real energy, the aromatics lifted rather than heavy. Give it air by swirling it in the glass and the fruit opens out, gaining a savoury edge alongside the cherry and violet. It feels moderate in weight, with a fine, grainy texture and a clean, persistent finish.

It's an approachable, everyday Sangiovese, the sort you can reach for on a Tuesday as much as a Saturday.

Argiano's own history is documented as far back as 813AD.

What it tastes like

The Rosso di Montalcino opens with cherry and redcurrant, lifted by violet and a faint hint of menthol. The palate is medium-bodied with soft, fine-grained tannins and crisp acidity that keeps everything fresh. A savoury, dried-herb note comes through on the finish, a reminder of the limestone soils around Montalcino. It's delicious.

Style at a glance

• Body: Medium
• Sweetness: Dry
• Acidity: Crisp
• Tannin: Soft, fine-grained
• Oak: French and Slavonian oak casks, a light touch that lets the fruit lead
• Style: Fresh, bright, food-friendly Sangiovese

Food to enjoy this with

• Roast lamb or pork
• Grilled sausages
• A rich meat ragu over pasta
• Bruschetta with tomato and basil
• Aged pecorino
• Chargrilled vegetables, where the wine's crisp acidity cuts through the smoky char

Who makes it

Argiano is one of the oldest wine estates in Montalcino, with documented history stretching back to 813AD and a Renaissance villa built in the 1580s for the Pecci family. The Estate sits on the south-western slope of Montalcino, its vineyards planted on ancient calcareous marl soils at around 350 metres above sea level.

Argiano has farmed organically since 2004.

For the 2024 vintage, the Sangiovese grapes were fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, then aged in French and Slavonian oak casks before further ageing in bottle.

About the vintage

Eric Guido, reviewing the vintage for Vinous, described the 2024 reds as "elegant, energetic," in a year that also brought the biggest expansion of Rosso di Montalcino production in decades. It's the kind of vintage built for wines that drink well on release rather than needing years in the cellar.

Technical details

Where to buy

The Argiano Rosso Di Montalcino 2024 is available online at thewineryonline.co.nz for delivery within New Zealand. You can also buy it at our Queenstown and Arrowtown wine stores, alongside a large range of New Zealand and international wine. Online and in both stores you can select a mixed case from a large range of wines.

Questions we are often asked

What grape is Argiano Rosso di Montalcino made from?

Argiano's Rosso di Montalcino is made from 100% Sangiovese, grown on organically farmed vineyards on the south-western slope of Montalcino.

Is Argiano Rosso di Montalcino organic?

Yes, Argiano has farmed organically since 2004.

What food goes well with Argiano Rosso di Montalcino?

It suits roast meats, meat ragu and bruschetta particularly well, and its crisp acidity also works with grilled vegetables.

How old is the Argiano estate?

Argiano's documented history goes back to 813AD, making it one of the oldest wine estates in Montalcino.

Where can I buy Argiano Rosso Di Montalcino 2024?

The Winery sells Argiano Rosso Di Montalcino 2024 online at thewineryonline.co.nz for delivery within New Zealand. You can also buy it in our Queenstown and Arrowtown wine stores.