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Il Colle del Fante Brunello di Montalcino

by Ventolaio · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationBrunello di MontalcinoDOCG
TypeRed
Grapes100% Sangiovese
VineyardSangiovese vineyards at approximately 400 m
LineIl Colle del Fante
Vintages2015
VentolaioTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Sangiovese grows at approximately 400 m above sea level on Galestro soil. The vines are trained to spur-pruned cordon.

Grapes

100% Sangiovese.

Vinification

Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks with temperature control, followed by 30–40 days of skin maceration.

Ageing

The wine matures for approximately 48 months in Slavonian oak casks averaging about 30 hl, followed by at least six months in bottle.

Vintage notes

The 2015 vintage received 94 points from James Suckling. Its profile combines black cherry, floral and lavender aromas with a full body, polished yet firm tannins and a focused, linear finish. The published drinking recommendation was to try it after 2022.