2020 Montedesassi, Il Borghetto, Montefiridolfi Toscana IGP

This is the more powerful wine of Il Borghetto's two pure Sangioveses. Sinewy, muscular tannins give the Montedesassi considerable punch and drive. Like all of these wines, the Montedesassi is quite perfumed and savoury in style. ...

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