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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG RISERVA 1998 750ml Biondi-Santi

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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva 1998 750ml

Biondi-Santi

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

  • Training System: Spurred cordon.

  • Soil: Sedimentary soil, mainly clay schist and sandstone.

  • Altitude: Approximately 500 meters above sea level.

  • Vine Age: Over 25 years.

  • Harvest: Manual harvesting began on September 21, 1998.

  • Vinification: Fermentation occurred in Slavonian oak barrels using indigenous yeasts.

  • Maturation: The wine was aged in Slavonian oak barrels for 3 years, followed by extended bottle refinement in the estate's historic bottle library, "La Storica."

  • Tasting Notes: The 1998 Riserva is both generous and gentle. The elegant bouquet brings forth notes of dried berry fruits, rosemary, forest floor, and coffee beans, which build in intensity as the wine is allowed to breathe. The long-lingering taste is precise and vibrant, stimulating the palate with a savory freshness.

  • Alcohol Content: 13.5% ABV.

  • Serving Temperature: 18–20°C. It is recommended to decant the wine 4–6 hours before serving.

  • Food Pairing: Ideal with dark meats and grilled dishes.