Castello Romitorio 'Romitorio' 2021

Alcohol: 14,5%

Grape(s): Syrah and Petit Verdot

Localization: Tuscany, Italy

Tasting Notes: This wine has seen several name changes (from Il Toro to RomiTòro and now Romitorio). The Castello Romitorio "Romitorio" is a hearty, full-bodied red blend with the muscle and power to mimic the beautiful Sandro Chia drawing of a raging bull on the front label. Fundamentally, this wine shows an all-Maremma spirit with rich concentration, big fruit weight, and a whole range of savory and black fruit aromas. This wine is a delight to drink; it has a soft texture and is just raring to go straight out of the gate. 

93 Points James Suckling: A fresh and crunchy red with dark cherries, currants, crushed flowers and a little bit of chocolate. Medium- to full-bodied. So lively and bright with textured, chalky tannins. Attractive juiciness with cherries and red spice undertones. Mineral and savory with some salinity at the end. Drink or hold.

The Domain: Since 1984, the Castello Romitorio winery has been committed to the study, exploration and promotion of Brunello di Montalcino wine. This has been possible thanks to Italian artist Sandro Chia's work and his bond with Franco Martini, a Brunello di Montalcino expert and the cellar master of Castello Romitorio. This bond now continues between Sandro’s son Filippo and Franco’s son Stefano, the next generation.

The team has an intimate knowledge of the land and immense respect for local heritage and tradition, which allows Castello Romitorio to express the essence of Brunello di Montalcino. The agricultural practices are low-impact and consider the nature that surrounds us. They interact with the indigenous flora and fauna to capture and develop the subtle nuances that exist in both the land and the vines they have the privilege to cultivate.