Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG - Fattoria dei Barbi 2017
Fattoria dei BarbiSangiovese Grosso Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG 75 cl 2017
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Technical information
- Producer
- Fattoria dei Barbi
- Name
- Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG
- Variety
- Sangiovese Grosso
- Vintage
- 2017
- Gradation
- 14.5%
- Format
- 75 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
- From 10 to 20 years from harvest
- Pairing
- Red meats, game, aged cheeses
- Region
- Tuscany
- Country
- Italy
- Production area
- Montalcino
- Type
- Red wine
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Brunello is characterized by its notable body intensity and colour, together with evolved and complex aromas and a good ageing capacity. The Riserva version offers the optimal expression of these qualities.
This wine derives from a careful selection that begins during the harvest, continues with a longer period of barrel aging compared to the Brunello vintage, and ends with extended bottle refinement, at least 6 months before being put on sale.
The color is an intense and concentrated ruby red. The scent offers notes of plum, blackberry, licorice, cocoa, with a light hint of tobacco. The taste is rich, with a persistent sip and soft tannins. The ending is extraordinarily long.
This wine is ideal for special occasions and pairs perfectly with mixed roasts, braised meats, game and tasty, mature hard cheeses.
The winery
Fattoria dei Barbi
Toscana. ([fattoriadeibarbi.it](https://www.fattoriadeibarbi.it/))Italia
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese, Ciliegiolo, Vermentino, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
- Historic estate of the Colombini family, with documented ties to Montalcino since 1352.
- Long-established producer of Brunello di Montalcino.
- Diversified production: Brunello, Rosso di Montalcino, Chianti, Morellino, IGT wines, olive oil and grappa.
- Facilities open to the public: wine shop/enoteca, guided tastings, Taverna dei Barbi, Museo del Brunello and cheese dairy.
The story
Production philosophy
Terroir and vineyards
Official Awards
| Expert | Prize | Description | Vintage |
|---|---|---|---|
| James Suckling | 90+ | 2012 | |
| Robert Parker | 90+ | 2015 | |
| Vinous | 90+ | 2017 | |
| Wine Spectator | 90+ | 2016 |