The 2018 Monteverro is classy, elegant and polished. Lifted aromatics and silky tannins frame this decidedly understated Maremma red. Crushed flowers, spice, menthol, liquorice, lavender and dried herbs are all finely laced together. This is such an engaging wine.

The 2017 Monteverro, sampled during a vertical tasting of 2008-2021 vintages in August 2024, has an almost pomelo citrus-like appeal, imbuing it with natural freshness while gaining intensity on the palate. Granular tannins have tremendous grip through the vibrant finish.

A dense, rich red with loads of blackberries, black licorice, sage and blueberries. Some slate, too. It’s full-bodied with rich yet polished and integrated tannins. Flavorful finish. Dried meat and bacon with some smokiness at the end.

This is the headline wine from Monteverro. The 2017 Monteverro is Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot with a more important oak regime (in terms of time and types of barrel) compared to the more accessible Terra di Monteverro. This wine is fully concentrated and very rich. It's almost too much of a good thing with dark fruit layers, spice and savory tobacco. It's definitely bold and is a lot to take in.