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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2016 750ml Biondi-Santi

£290.00 GBP
£290.00 GBP
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2016 750ml

Biondi-Santi

  • Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese Grosso (BBS11 clone).

  • Training System: Spurred cordon.

  • Soil: Predominantly marl-rich soils with a mix of clay and limestone.

  • Altitude: Approximately 500 meters above sea level.

  • Vine Age: Over 25 years.

  • Harvest: Manual harvesting began in mid-September 2016.

  • Vinification: Fermentation occurred in a combination of concrete vats and Slavonian oak barrels using indigenous yeasts.

  • Maturation: The wine was aged in Slavonian oak barrels for 36 months, followed by extended bottle refinement before release.

  • Tasting Notes: The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is remarkably fresh yet savory in aroma, displaying youthful energy with intense red-berry fruit and herbal aromatics. The palate reveals concentrated, sweetly ripe cherry and black fruit underpinned by savory black-olive notes, supported by sinewy yet elegant tannins and refreshing acidity.

  • Alcohol Content: Approximately 14% ABV.

  • Serving Temperature: 16–18°C. It is recommended to decant the wine 4–6 hours before serving.

  • Food Pairing: Ideal with roasted meats, game, and aged cheeses.