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Uccelliera, Rapace [Sangio/Merlot/Cab], 2022

Red Wine from Tuscany, Italy
by Uccelliera
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From Andrea Cortonesi's Uccelliera estate in Castelnuovo dell'Abate, founded in 1986. Rapace is a Super Tuscan blend of 70% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. The grapes come from vineyards at 150-350 meters elevation on calcareous-clayey soils southeast of Montalcino. Production is approximately 800 cases annually. The wine ages minimum 18 months in small French oak barrels, plus 6 months in bottle before release.

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More about Uccelliera

Like many of the best winemakers, Andrea Cortonesi does not follow a formula or make wines for a particular style or camp. He’s been working in the vineyards of Montalcino for over 30 years and his focus is on capturing the elegance and beauty of this famous terroir. You could say that he’s an innovative traditionalist, or that he is more polished than rustic. But mostly he just makes delicious wines from Sangiovese.

Andrea’s first label (he also produces Voliero at the same estate), Uccelliera has a very passionate and devoted following among Italian wine lovers. They're powerful, explosive wines that always carry a sense of elegance and freshness. This is a top Brunello estate that consistently garners high praise and ratings, yet their wines remain very well-priced.

Six hectares of organically farmed Sangiovese, two of which are situated right next door to the famed Piccolomini 'Pianrosso' vineyard, are devoted to Brunello. Fermentation with spontaneous yeasts takes place in steel tanks over 20-25 days before being moved to large French and Slovenian botti to rest for at least 24 months before bottling. The Riserva sees an additional 12 to 18 months of barrel aging and 18 months in the bottle.

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Merlot

  • Vintage

    2023

  • Size

    750ml

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Full Bodied

Flatiron's Take

From the Importer

What Skurnik Wines has to say about this wine:

70% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon from vineyards in Castelnuovo dell’Abate

150-350 meters on well-exposed hill slopes south-east of Montalcino

Aging in small French oak barrels for a minimum of 12 months followed by 6 months in bottle prior to release

1,000 cases produced annually

Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

Grilled beef steak, Herb-roasted lamb, Pasta with meat sauce, Roasted pork, Eggplant caponata

Tasting Profile

Uccelliera Rapace (Sangiovese/Merlot/Cabernet) presents dark cherry, blackberry, and plum with spice and herb notes. Medium-plus body with balanced tannins and good acidity; the finish is elegant with layered fruit and mineral complexity.