About this wine
Altesino's flagship Brunello di Montalcino DOCG is a blend of Sangiovese Grosso from the estate's various crus (Altesino, Macina, Pianezzine, Castelnuovo dell'Abate). Aged a minimum of two years in oak followed by bottle refinement, it shows classic notes of dried cherry, forest floor, licorice and pressed violets, with velvety tannins and a chalky, floral finish.
An accessible, textbook introduction to what makes Brunello di Montalcino special.
Sommelier's Note
"Altesino's base Brunello over-delivers for the price — a benchmark bottle to understand the appellation before trading up to Montosoli."
Food Pairings
A classic match for Tuscan braised meats, bistecca alla fiorentina, wild boar ragù, and aged pecorino.
When to drink it
Special dinners, milestone celebrations, and long braised meat courses
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Price Range
- $45-65
Terroir & Winemaking
Fermented in stainless steel with extended maceration, then aged a minimum of two years in Slavonian oak casks and French oak barriques, followed by at least four months of bottle aging before release, per Brunello di Montalcino DOCG regulations (minimum five years from harvest to release).
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape is Altesino Brunello di Montalcino made from?
- It is 100% Sangiovese, the only grape permitted in Brunello di Montalcino DOCG.
- How long is Altesino Brunello di Montalcino aged?
- A minimum of two years in oak plus bottle aging before release, in line with DOCG requirements of at least five years from harvest.
- What food pairs well with this wine?
- Grilled or braised red meats, wild boar ragù, and aged sheep's milk cheeses like pecorino.
- How does it compare to Altesino's Montosoli bottling?
- The base Brunello blends fruit from multiple estate vineyards, while Montosoli is a single-vineyard selection with greater concentration and aging potential.
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