Casisano
Rosso di Montalcino 2023
Tuscany
The Casisano Rosso di Montalcino is a red-fruited, traditional Sangiovese that comes from vineyards nestled in the southern hills of one of Italy’s most renowned wine producing areas, midway between the towns of Sant’Angelo in Colle and Castelnuovo dell’Abate in the heart of Montalcino. The wine is a classic expression of Sangiovese Grosso, the Sangiovese clone used to make both Rosso and Brunello di Montalcino.
Faithful representation of terroir and traditional winemaking methods are a high priority for the Tommasi family, who purchased the estate in 2015. Both the vine training system – single spurred cordon – and the fermentation process – 15 days in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks followed by aging in Slavonian oak barrels – are the traditional methods of cultivating the vines and aging the wines. The result is a lively and elegant wine with a round medium body and soft, velvety tannins that perfectly reflects Montalcino’s unique terroir.
VINEYARD
Podere Casisano, at 480 meters above sea level, from very well-ventilated, Cordon Spur-trained vineyards with south-easterly exposures. The soil is of varied origin, rich in stones and galestro (schistous clay).
WINEMAKING
Maceration for 15 days at controlled temperatures. After fermentation, the wines are aged for 8 months in Slavonian oak casks.
VINTAGE
The 2023 Montalcino vintage faced a turbulent growing season. A cool, rainy spring led to widespread downy mildew, followed by an April frost that damaged early growth. Violent hailstorms in higher elevations further impacted yields. A July-August heatwave stressed vines, but late-summer rain helped balance ripening. A final hailstorm punctured some fruit, adding to the challenges. Despite these difficulties, careful vineyard management helped produce promising wines with good structure.
TASTING NOTE
Deep ruby red. A complex bouquet reminiscent of violets, plums and red berry fruits, combined with delicate spicy hints. It is dry on the palate, with an attractive balance between its tannins and acidity.
Color
Red
Blend %
100% Sangiovese
Appellation
Tuscany
Alcohol
13.5%
Suggested Retail Price
$42
Reviews
Wine Enthusiast - December 16, 2025 "The nose opens with savory, umami aromas of hot tar, flint and top soil, then leans into the sweetness of ripe bing and black cherries. The palate uses warm, high-toned citrus notes to outline tangy, tart cherries and berries, above an anchor of cool earth, while vigorous acid adds a lightning bolt of energy."
James Suckling - July 15, 2025 "Bright and linear, exhibiting notes of red cherries, orange peel, fine herbs and savory elements. Medium-bodied and fresh, with fine tannins and a focused, tangy finish."
Trade Materials
Other Wines by this Producer
Colombaiolo Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
From a single plot among the vineyards of Podere Casisano, in one of the highest and best-quality positions in the hills to the south-east of Montalcino, Colombaiolo combines structure, elegance and harmony.
Brunello di Montalcino
Casisano’s Brunello di Montalcino is distinguished by its elegance and its deep ruby red color. It unites potency and refinement and has excellent aging potential. The wine presents a good concentration on the mid-palate and a persistent aftertaste, with a rounded and voluptuous body, and interesting, silky tannins, typical of the prestigious wines of Montalcino. With its tempting perfumes of red berries and its clean freshness, the complexity of this wine presents an excellent balance.
