Sangiovese, Le Ragnaie 'Troncone'

tart cherry • dried thyme • dusty earth

Bright red cherry, crushed raspberry, and wild herbs lead, followed by dusty earth and a gentle savory edge that keeps everything grounded and food-ready. Fermentation and aging in neutral vessels preserve purity and lift, so the tannins stay fine and the fruit feels transparent rather than weighty. In 2022, the wine shows an especially open, energetic profile, more immediate and juicier than structured, making it one of the most approachable expressions in the Le Ragnaie lineup while still finishing with unmistakable Tuscan snap.

Le Ragnaie sits among the highest vineyards in the Montalcino zone, where elevation and cooler air shape wines defined by clarity, tension, and finesse rather than power. Troncone is sourced from outside the Brunello-designated parcels, allowing the estate to highlight Sangiovese’s brightness and drinkability in a more relaxed frame while maintaining the same farming philosophy and precision that guide their Brunello.

Fun fact: ‘Troncone’ refers to a boundary marker historically used to define vineyard land—fitting for a wine that lives just outside Brunello’s official lines while still speaking the same language.