CuvéeMontalcinoRed

Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio all'Oro

ブルネッロ・ディ・モンタルチーノ リゼルヴァ ポッジョ・アッローロ

Castello Banfi

Sangiovese

About this wine

A single-vineyard Riserva sourced from the Poggio all'Oro cru, planted in 1978 on Montalcino's southern slopes. Produced only in exceptional vintages, it shows dark ruby/garnet color, layered aromas of wild berry, cherry, wet earth, wild rose and grilled herb, with firm but polished tannins and remarkable aging potential.

Beginner's Note

A serious collector's Brunello — best approached after some experience with the estate's entry-level bottling.

Sommelier's Note

"Banfi's single-vineyard cru Riserva — one of the most age-worthy wines the estate produces, and a serious rival to Montalcino's smaller artisan Riservas."

Food Pairings

Best suited to slow-braised red meats, truffle dishes, and long-aged Pecorino or Parmigiano; give it two hours of decanting before serving.

When to drink it

Milestone celebrations, long-term cellaring, and pairing with the finest cuts of meat.

Specs

Grape Varieties
Sangiovese
Style
Red
Alcohol
14.5%
Price Range
$180-230

Terroir & Winemaking

Sourced from the single Poggio all'Oro vineyard (planted 1978, roughly 250m elevation) on Montalcino's southern slopes. 100% Sangiovese Grosso, produced only in exceptional vintages and aged entirely in small French oak barriques as a Riserva, satisfying DOCG's six-year minimum total aging requirement for Riserva-designated Brunello.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Poggio all'Oro different from Banfi's regular Brunello?
It is a single-vineyard Riserva from the Poggio all'Oro cru (planted 1978), made only in exceptional vintages and aged longer, entirely in French oak barriques.
How long can Poggio all'Oro Riserva age?
As a structured single-vineyard Riserva, it is built for long-term cellaring and can develop positively for well over a decade.
Should Poggio all'Oro be decanted?
Yes, decanting for around two hours before serving helps open up its dense, layered aromatics.

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