Montepeloso Eneo 2021

Tasting Notes

Montepeloso has refined the style of ENEO in recent vintages showcasing native Sangiovese married to Cabernet Sauvignon and shortening the time in wood. All grapes are grown organically in silex (flint) and fossilized clay soils with vines aged 13 to 51 years. Harvest was carried out manually in small baskets from early September to mid-October. After temperature-controlled fermentation, maceration took place on the skins for 12 to 28 days depending on the variety. Malolactic fermentation in used barriques was followed by 9 months in second and third use barrels and a further 10 months in stainless steel before bottling.

This wine’s colour is dense and deep. The nose is opulent and intense with predominantly black fruit. The pronounced minerality is accompanied by toasted aromas of cigar box and spices, often with notes of macchia – a dried herb from the Maremma countryside. The palate is rich, silky and well balanced with persistent length. While delicious now, this wine will certainly respond well to extended cellaring.

Food Pairings

Enjoy with grilled meats, aged cheeses, pasta.

Third Party Reviews

“The 2021 ENEO is superb. Bright and effusive, with tons of explosive energy, the 2021 is shaping up to be a gem. Crushed flowers, blood orange, cinnamon, cedar and spice are all finely delineated in an ENEO that exudes balance. Clean and mineral notes extend effortlessly. I very much admire the vibrancy here, something that is hard to achieve in this district of Suvereto.” – 95 points Antonio Galloni (Vinuos August 2023)