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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG wine — Mocali winery — Dionysus

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

by Mocali · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationBrunello di MontalcinoDOCG
TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese
Alcohol13.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthMedium
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16 °C
Keeps for20–25 years
Bottled in0.75 l
MocaliTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes grow at 350 m above sea level on marl and limestone soils.

Grapes

The wine is made from Sangiovese Grosso, also called Brunello.

Vinification

Alcoholic fermentation takes place in steel tanks.

Ageing

The wine ages for one year in large Slavonian oak casks, followed by two years in French oak barrels.

Tasting profile

The 2012 has an appealing aroma, refined texture, fresh acidity and a taut character.