Brunello di Montalcino
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The king of Italian wines: powerful, complex, and age-worthy Sangiovese.
Brunello di Montalcino is one of Italy's most prestigious red wines, produced exclusively from the Sangiovese Grosso grape in the hills surrounding the town of Montalcino in Tuscany. Established as a DOCG in 1980, it is renowned for its exceptional aging potential, complexity, and structure. The wine must be aged for at least two years in oak barrels and four months in the bottle before release, resulting in deep flavors of dark cherry, leather, tobacco, and earthy undertones. Its reputation for elegance and power makes it a cornerstone of Italian viticulture.
Best for: Ideal for collectors, special celebrations, and connoisseurs of structured, long-aging red wines.
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Producers
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Biondi-Santi
The family that created Brunello di Montalcino, producing legendary Riserva wines with extraordinary aging potential, the benchmark for the appellation.
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Casanova di Neri
A highly-rated Brunello di Montalcino producer known for the Cerretalto and Tenuta Nuova single-vineyard Brunellos, consistently achieving top scores from critics.
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Poggio di Sotto
A small but revered Brunello producer, making traditionally styled wines of extraordinary purity, finesse and complexity from organically farmed vineyards.
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Food Pairings
Bistecca alla Fiorentina, roasted game meats, aged cheeses, and rich mushroom-based dishes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape is used for Brunello di Montalcino?
- It is made exclusively from 100% Sangiovese Grosso, locally called Brunello.
- How long must Brunello be aged before release?
- It requires a minimum of five years of aging after the harvest, including at least two years in oak barrels and four months in bottle.
- What is the difference between Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino?
- Rosso di Montalcino is the younger, more approachable wine from the same area, released after just one year. Brunello is the flagship wine requiring five or more years of aging.
- Is Brunello di Montalcino a good investment wine?
- Yes, top producers like Biondi-Santi, Casanova di Neri, and Soldera are highly sought after by collectors worldwide and tend to appreciate in value over time.
- What vintages are considered the best for Brunello di Montalcino?
- Outstanding vintages include 2010, 2012, 2015, 2016, and 2019, all receiving near-perfect scores from major critics for their concentration and balance.