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Producer Cantina Di Montalcino
Name Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Variety Sangiovese Grosso
Vintage 2017
Gradation 13.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of cherry, spices, tobacco, leather
Vinification method Steel fermentation, long maceration
Region Tuscany
Production area Montalcino, Tuscany
Country Italy
Type Red
Aging Minimum 5 years, of which 2 in wood
Type of cask Large oak barrels
Color Intense ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption From 10 to 20 years from harvest
Pairing Red meats, game, aged cheeses
Cantina Di Montalcino

Brunello Di Montalcino DOCG - Cantina Di Montalcino 2017

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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information
Producer Cantina Di Montalcino
Name Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Variety Sangiovese Grosso
Vintage 2017
Gradation 13.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of cherry, spices, tobacco, leather
Vinification method Steel fermentation, long maceration
Region Tuscany
Production area Montalcino, Tuscany
Country Italy
Type Red
Aging Minimum 5 years, of which 2 in wood
Type of cask Large oak barrels
Color Intense ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption From 10 to 20 years from harvest
Pairing Red meats, game, aged cheeses

In the heart of Tuscany, Cantina Di Montalcino presents us with an enological gem: Brunello Di Montalcino DOCG. This wine represents the pinnacle of Italian winemaking tradition, celebrated worldwide for its robustness and aromatic complexity.

The meticulously selected harvest begins with a careful choice of Sangiovese grapes, handpicked from vineyards situated in the ideal hills of Montalcino. The unique microclimate of this area ensures optimal grape ripening, giving Brunello its intensity and richness of flavors.

After harvesting, the grapes undergo a slow fermentation process, followed by aging for at least four years, two of which are spent in oak barrels. This prolonged maturation period allows the wine to develop a complex bouquet of aromas, ranging from notes of ripe red fruits, like cherries and plums, to hints of tobacco, chocolate, and sweet spices.

Visually, Brunello Di Montalcino features a deep ruby red color that tends to turn orange with aging. On the palate, it is richly structured, well-balanced, and offers remarkable persistence that gives way to a soft and seductive finish.

Ideal as a companion for intense dishes such as braised meats, game, and aged cheeses, this wine enhances any refined dinner or special occasion and evolves beautifully even after many years in the cellar.

Cantina Di Montalcino has thus created not just a wine but a sensory experience that encapsulates the passion and art of winemaking in Italy.


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How to serve

Glass:

Goblet Wide Opening

Serve to:

16-18°C


When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 5-8 years

Production area


Tuscany


Producer: Cantina Di Montalcino

Official Awards

Expert Prize Description Vintage
James Suckling 90+ 2015
James Suckling 90+ 2016
James Suckling 90+ 2017

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