Uccelliera
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Cult Castelnuovo dell'Abate estate crafting powerful, modern Brunello.
Uccelliera is a boutique estate in Castelnuovo dell'Abate, in the southeastern corner of the Montalcino appellation, founded by Andrea Cortonesi after he purchased the property in 1986 (his first vintage followed in 1991, with just 500 bottles). Cortonesi, who trained as cellar master at neighboring Ciacci Piccolomini, farms the estate's vineyards entirely by hand on loose, stony soil under a warm microclimate. Grapes are hand-harvested, fermented on indigenous yeasts, and the flagship Brunello di Montalcino ages roughly 36 months in oak vessels of varying sizes. The resulting wines are powerful, richly fruited, and polished, and have become cult favorites among collectors; the 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva scored 98 points from Wine Spectator.
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Who Is This For?
For collectors and enthusiasts seeking powerful, richly structured Brunello di Montalcino with real aging potential, from a small hand-farmed estate.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who founded Uccelliera and when?
- Andrea Cortonesi founded Uccelliera after purchasing the property in Castelnuovo dell'Abate, southern Montalcino, in 1986, releasing his first vintage in 1991.
- What style of Brunello does Uccelliera make?
- Uccelliera's wines are known for a powerful, richly concentrated, and polished modern style, with deep dark fruit, spice, and firm structure built for aging.
- What grape variety does Uccelliera use?
- Uccelliera's vineyards are planted almost entirely to Sangiovese (Sangiovese Grosso), grown on loose, stony soil in Castelnuovo dell'Abate.
- Are Uccelliera wines highly rated?
- Yes. Uccelliera's Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015 scored 98 points from Wine Spectator, and the estate is widely regarded as one of the top producers in Montalcino.
- What food pairs well with Uccelliera's Brunello?
- Its powerful, structured style pairs well with rich meat dishes such as grilled steak, game, and Tuscan-style stews, as well as umami-rich dishes like wagyu beef.