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Brunello di Montalcino Gianni Bernazzi wine — Bellaria winery — Dionysus

Brunello di Montalcino Gianni Bernazzi

by Bellaria · Tuscany, Italy

Appellation
Brunello di MontalcinoDOCG
Type
Red
Grapes
100% Sangiovese grosso
Vineyard
Bellaria estate vineyards in Montalcino
Line
Gianni Bernazzi
BellariaTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The vineyard lies at 500 m above sea level and yields 40 q/ha.

Grapes

100% Sangiovese grosso.

Vinification

Vinification lasts 20–25 days in stainless-steel vats.

Ageing

The wine matures for 24–26 months in French and Slavonian oak casks, followed by four months in bottle. It is intended for long ageing and is released six years after the harvest.

Technical data

Alcohol: 14.00% vol. Annual production: 4,000–5,000 bottles.

Tasting profile

Deep ruby red tending toward garnet. The nose is elegant and intense. The palate is dry, warm, full-bodied and persistent, with generous fruit and a mineral accent.

Serving and pairing

Pairs with structured first courses, game, roasted red meats and mature cheeses.