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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG wine — Citille di Sopra winery — Dionysus

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

by Citille di Sopra · Tuscany, Italy

Awards & scores
  • Tre Bicchieri 2012Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2006 vintage
AppellationBrunello di MontalcinoDOCG
TypeRed
Grapes100% Sangiovese
VineyardEstate vineyard at 300 m above sea level
Citille di SopraTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The vineyard lies at 300 m above sea level and yields 70 quintals per hectare. The grapes are rigorously selected and harvested by hand.

Grapes

100% Sangiovese.

Vinification

Fermentation lasts 30 days.

Ageing

The wine matures for 36 months in 40 hL French and Slavonian oak casks, followed by at least 6 months in bottle.

Technical data

Alcohol varies according to the vintage. Annual production is approximately 20,000 bottles, offered in a 0.75 L format.

Tasting profile

Ruby red with garnet reflections. Red fruits, woodland undergrowth and spices mingle with nuances of tobacco. The wine is structured, elegant and persistent.

Serving and pairing

Pair with red meats and game.