Brunello di Montalcino DOCG - Sensis - Cava D'Onice 2021

Cava D'Onice

Format: 75 cl

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Producer Cava D'Onice
Name Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Variety Sangiovese Grosso
Vintage 2021
Gradation 14.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, leather, tobacco
Vinification method Steel fermentation, long maceration
Region Tuscany
Production area Montalcino
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging Minimum 5 years
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
The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG by Sensis, produced by the renowned Cava D'Onice winery, represents excellence in the Italian wine scene. This wine, originating from the prestigious area of Montalcino in Tuscany, is globally famous for its superior quality and rigorous production process.

Cava D'Onice adheres to a traditional method, where the Sangiovese grapes are carefully selected and handpicked. After the harvest, the wine undergoes a maturation period in oak barrels lasting at least four years, an essential requirement to achieve the Brunello di Montalcino DOCG designation. This extended aging confers a robust structure and a complexity of aromas that make it a unique product.

Upon tasting, the Brunello from Cava D'Onice is notable for its intense ruby-red color, with garnet reflections as it ages. On the nose, it presents a complex bouquet, with notes of ripe red fruit, fine spices, and a faint hint of vanilla and tobacco, deriving from the wood aging. On the palate, it shows great elegance and power, with well-balanced tannins and a long, satisfying aromatic persistence.

This wine is ideal to accompany rich dishes, such as red meats, game, and aged cheeses. Its extraordinary aging capacity also makes it a perfect candidate for cellar storage, where it can evolve elegantly for many years.

Overall, the Brunello di Montalcino DOCG by Sensis from Cava D'Onice is a true treasure for wine enthusiasts looking for a tasting experience deeply rooted in the Italian wine tradition, with a keen eye for quality and finesse. A must-have for any collector wishing to have a bottle representative of the nobility of Montalcino's Sangiovese in their cellar.
The winery

Azienda Agricola Cava d'Onice – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of Azienda Agricola Cava d'Onice.

Small family-run winery in Montalcino (Tuscany), known for producing Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Rosso di Montalcino DOC and some IGT labels, as well as sparkling wines and grappa.
Region: Toscana
Country: Italia
Grapes: Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Nebbiolo
Family-owned winery with strong ties to the Montalcino region. Specializing in Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Sustainability-oriented agricultural practices / conversion to organic farming Tastings and winery visits by appointment. Availability of IGT labels and a small 'artist series' featured on the website.
Winery history
Founded as a family-run estate working small parcels near Montalcino, the winery grew from a few rows of vines managed by the same family. Over the years ownership and production have developed while maintaining an artisanal approach: online sources report that the estate progressively expanded its vineyards and introduced lines such as Brunello Colombaio, Brunello Cava d'Onice and a Riserva.
Production philosophy
Promotion of the terroir and the Sangiovese grape through family management and a focus on sustainability. The winery declares practices oriented toward organic farming and a strong connection between vineyard and winemaking, with visits and tastings by appointment.
Terroir and vineyards
Montalcino, in the heart of the Val d'Orcia and the Tuscan hills; production falls within the Montalcino denominations.
Awards and recognitions
Highlighted by the International Wine Association in 2019; positive ratings and reviews listed on Vivino and on wine guides/portals.

Official Awards

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