Questo vino
Vineyard and terroir
The vineyard is located at Località Il Poggiolo in Montalcino, at 450 m above sea level. The soil has a sandy-loam texture, with clay and an abundant galestro stone component.
Grapes
Sangiovese Grosso, locally identified as Brunello.
Vinification
Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks at controlled temperature and lasts approximately 21–25 days.
Ageing
The Riserva matures for three years in large French oak casks and then for a further year in 500 L French oak tonneaux. Bottle ageing lasts 12 months.
Technical data
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG. Alcohol: 13–14% vol.
Tasting profile
The colour is a deep, bright ruby red, developing garnet nuances with age. The broad, highly persistent bouquet recalls liquorice and wild berries. The palate is full and persistent, with soft, elegant tannins.
