Santa Barbara il Maschio da Monte Rosso Piceno Barrique DOC 2021

Experience the essence of the Marche region with the Santa Barbara Il Maschio da Monte Rosso Piceno. This elegant red wine, made from Montepulciano and Sangiovese grapes, is cultivated on calcareous clay soil and reflects the tradition and innovation of Stefano Antonucci's winemaking.

Origin and production – perfection from the Marche region. The grapes come from a small, carefully cultivated vineyard near Barbara, at an altitude of 250 meters. Thanks to the late harvest, the wine develops its intense fruit and structure. After vinification in stainless steel tanks, it matures for 18 months in new barriques, which gives it its soft tannins and complex aromas.

• Color : Intense purplish-red.
• Bouquet : Spicy bouquet of violets and black berries.
• Taste : Soft, elegant tannins, a significant and smooth structure, its freshness promises a harmonious development, long finish.

Taste and aromas – a sensory experience. In the glass, the wine shines with an intense ruby ​​red color. Its bouquet delights with spicy notes of violets and black berries, underpinned by subtle nuances of spices and a hint of vegetation. On the palate, Il Maschio da Monte reveals itself with soft, elegant tannins, a harmonious freshness, and a long, lingering finish.

• Winemaker/Winery : Santa Barbara, Marche , Italy
• Grape varieties : Montepulciano and Sangiovese (100%)
• Quality level : Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC)
• Wine type : Red wine, wine bottle, 750ml, dry, 18 months (barrique)

Order now and experience the brands on your tongue! With an aging potential of approximately 7 years, this red wine is not only a highlight for immediate enjoyment, but also a valuable addition to your wine collection. Let yourself be enchanted by the balance of tradition and modernity [WoA].

Datasheet

country	Italy
region	Brands
Grape varieties	Montepulciano and Sangiovese
The taste	dry
Contents	1 x 0.75 liter
vintage	2021
alcohol content	14.5% vol.
temperature	16 - 18 °C
Quality class	DOC
Additives	Contains sulfites
Closure type	Cork
Residual sugar	- g/l
Total acidity	- g/l
Storage potential	7 years
EAN/GTIN	-

Serving suggestion

This Rosso Piceno unfolds its full potential at a temperature of 16–18 °C. Perfect with hearty meat dishes such as leg of lamb, venison stew or aged cheese.

Winemaker/Winery (Bottler)

Azienda Vinicola Santa Barbara , Borgo Mazzini 35, IT-60010 Barbara (AN), Marche, Italy

Importer

Kühbach Brewery, Baron von Beck-Peccoz, Großhausener Str. 2, DE-86556 Kühbach, Bavaria, Germany

Awards

Year group 2021

• La Guida TOP 100 Migliori Vini Italiani 2025: 91 points

Year group 2020

• Bibenda 2025: 5 grapes - La Guida Top 100 Migliori Vini italiani
• La Guida TOP 100 Migliori Vini Italiani 2024 – 91 points (Luca Maroni)
• Annuario dei Migliori Vini Italiani 2023: 94 points (Touring Club Italiano)
• ViniBuoni d'Italia 2023: 4 stars (Falstaff)

Year group 2019

• Falstaff Wine Guide 2023: 90 points
• The WineHunter Award 2022 - Rosso

Year group 2018

• Vinous di Antonio Galloni – Gli assaggi di Eric Guido: 90 points
• Touring Club Italiano - Vinibuoni d'Italia 2020 – Corona