Tassi

Brunello Di Montalcino - Colombaio - Tassi 2020

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Format: 75 cl

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122,00 €

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Technical information

Producer	Tassi
Name	Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Variety	Sangiovese Grosso
Vintage	2020
Gradation	14.0%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, spices, earthy notes
Vinification method	Traditional fermentation in steel
Region	Tuscany
Production area	Montalcino
Country	Italy
Type	Red
Aging	Minimum 5 years
Type of cask	Large oak casks and barriques
Color	Intense ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	From 5 to 15 years
Pairing	Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Other vintages available:
2021

Description

The sight of a glass of Brunello Di Montalcino Colombaio di Tassi is enough to enchant any wine enthusiast. Coming from the renowned region of Montalcino in Tuscany, this wine is an excellent example of Italian winemaking skill and tradition.

Brunello di Montalcino is famously known for its stringent production standards and meticulous attention to detail. Colombaio di Tassi adheres to these principles with a careful selection of Sangiovese grapes, which are left to mature for an extended period, typically at least four years, with two of those years in wooden barrels, to refine the complexity of its bouquet and palate structure.

Visually, the wine presents an intense ruby red color, which can shift to garnet with aging. On the nose, it stands out for its aromatic profile evoking sensations of ripe red fruits, enriched by hints of vanilla and earthy spices thanks to the aging in wood. Notes of tobacco and dark chocolate can be perceived upon closer inspection.

On the palate, Brunello Di Montalcino Colombaio di Tassi demonstrates excellent structure and a richness rarely found in other wines. Well-balanced tannins support a dense and complex texture, concluding with a long and persistently aromatic finish. Its balance and elegance make it an ideal companion for hearty dishes such as meat roasts, game, and aged cheeses.

This Brunello is not just a wine, but a true sensory experience that reflects the passion and artistry of Montalcino viticulture. Ideal to be enjoyed now or to be aged further, adding even more nuances to its already complex profile.

The winery

Masi – Winery in Veneto (Valpolicella Classica)

Discover the story and wines of Masi.

Winery based in Valpolicella Classica (Veneto), renowned for its Amarone and for the traditional and experimental use of the appassimento technique; also a producer of Valpolicella, Ripasso, Recioto and wines under the Campofiorin label.

Region: Veneto (Valpolicella Classica)

Country: Italia

Founded: 1772

Grapes: Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara, Corvinone, Oseleta

Renowned for producing Amarone and for its mastery of the appassimento technique. Campofiorin and the practice of ripasso: historic labels associated with production innovation. Use and promotion of Valpolicella’s native grape varieties. Commitment to oenological research to refine grape-drying and winemaking techniques.

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Winery history

Masi's history is rooted in Valpolicella Classica. A historic family-owned estate, it has developed and enhanced the wines from dried grapes typical of the region. During the 20th century the company helped popularize practices such as ripasso and launched oenological research and experimentation to refine the appassimento technique and the quality of its Amarone and its high-end bottlings.

Production philosophy

It combines respect for local traditions and indigenous grape varieties with research and innovation in winemaking and in the appassimento process. The approach aims to express the Valpolicella territory through careful grape selection, the practice of appassimento and targeted oenological experimentation focused on quality improvement.

Terroir and vineyards

It operates mainly in the Valpolicella Classica, in the province of Verona. The wines are closely linked to the local grape varieties and the area's traditional practices, particularly to typical wines such as Amarone, Recioto and Valpolicella Ripasso.