Brunello di Montalcino DOCG - Ripe al Convento Castelgiocondo Riserva - Jeroboam - Cassa di Legno - Frescobaldi 2019
FrescobaldiSangiovese Grosso Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva 300 cl 2019
$545.26−21%($181.75/ℓ)
Recommended price: $694.36
Excise and customs charges incl. (EU, CH, US only)
Technical information
- Producer
- Frescobaldi
- Name
- Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva
- Variety
- Sangiovese Grosso
- Vintage
- 2019
- Gradation
- 15.0%
- Format
- 300 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Red fruits, spices, leather, tobacco
- Vinification method
- Steel fermentation, long maceration
- Aging
- Minimum 5 years, of which 2 in wood
- Type of cask
- Large oak casks and barriques
- Color
- Intense ruby red
- Serving temperature
- 16-18°C
- Recommended consumption
- Within 10-15 years from harvest
- Pairing
- Red meats, game, aged cheeses
- Region
- Tuscany
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Montalcino
- Type
- Still red wine
AI
The Bottle of Italy Sommelier
Advice to enjoy this wine at its best.
Let’s talk about Brunello di Montalcino DOCG - Ripe al Convento Castelgiocondo Riserva - Jeroboam - Cassa di Legno - Frescobaldi
More questions
Sommelier AIBrunello di Montalcino DOCG - Ripe al Convento Castelgiocondo Riserva - Jeroboam - Cassa di Legno - Frescobaldi
More questions
The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Ripe al Convento Castelgiocondo Riserva is an oenological jewel produced in the renowned Montalcino area, in the heart of Tuscany. Made exclusively with Sangiovese grosso grapes, this wine encapsulates in the glass all the elegance and structure typical of the denomination. Its aging takes place in large oak barrels, which give the wine complexity and softness, allowing it to express broad aromas of ripe red fruits, sweet spices, and delicate balsamic notes.
On the palate, it is enveloping and harmonious, with well-integrated tannins and a long persistence that recalls scents of cherry, tobacco, and a slight mineral nuance. Perfect to pair with red meats, game, or aged cheeses, this Jeroboam in a wooden case is ideal for those who wish to immerse themselves in an authentic experience, rich in tradition and Tuscan character.
On the palate, it is enveloping and harmonious, with well-integrated tannins and a long persistence that recalls scents of cherry, tobacco, and a slight mineral nuance. Perfect to pair with red meats, game, or aged cheeses, this Jeroboam in a wooden case is ideal for those who wish to immerse themselves in an authentic experience, rich in tradition and Tuscan character.
The winery
Marchesi de' Frescobaldi
ToscanaItaliaSince 1300
A historic Florentine winemaking family that interprets the diversity of Tuscan territories through multiple estates and a range of red, white and rosé wines distributed internationally.
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Vermentino, Syrah, Chardonnay, Trebbiano
- Historic Florentine family with documented presence dating back to the Middle Ages.
- Network of estates across various subzones of Tuscany
- Strong focus on red wines, with whites and rosés also available.
- Projects to promote the local area and hospitality and experiential initiatives
- Cultural collaborations and projects related to art and local sustainability
The story
The Frescobaldi family traces its roots to Florence and has a long-standing presence in the region; company records and historical sources report winemaking activities and landholdings already documented around 1300. Over the centuries the Frescobaldi have been patrons of the arts and prominent economic players; today the group owns several estates in Tuscany and markets wines recognized on international markets.
Production philosophy
The company's approach combines respect for local tradition with a drive for innovation: each estate is showcased as an expression of its own terroir, and the company declares a strong commitment to landscape protection, grape quality, and cultural and hospitality projects that reflect its connection to Tuscany.
Terroir and vineyards
The estates are located across different areas of Tuscany. This diversity of soils and microclimates is presented as a key factor in producing wines with distinctive identities linked to each territory.