Brunello Di Montalcino Montosoli, 0.75L, 2016

Description:

The extra attention the company put behind Brunello is also revealed in the concept of introducing the Cru: One of the most sought after wines from Montalcino, Montosoli is consistently a blockbuster red. Montosoli is in fact a vineyard of about 5 hectares to the north east of Montalcino at an altitude between 350 and 400 metres. The grapes were fermented and aged separately for the first time after the 1975 harvest. The composition of the soil (marly limestone and siliceous limestone representing the Alberese era with lithoid components dating from the same period), the unique position and particular microclimate contribute to ageing the grapes which produce an extremely complex and elegant wine. Altesino has received important international recognition for its Cru Montosoli when Wine Spectator called it Italy’s second most representative vineyard.

Tasting Notes:

Brunello Montosoli has a deep ruby red colour which turns a garnet red with age. On the nose, it shows a complex personality with a delicious blend of black cherry, raspberry, violet, liquorice, vanilla and black pepper. Extremely enticing, opulent and elegant on the palate, with a warm, long-lasting finish, Montosoli is a wine for special occasions. Its bouquet has outstanding character with hints of black cherry, blackberries, raspberries, violet, liquorice, vanilla and a slight accent of pink peppercorn. On the palate it reveals a dry, warm, velvety flavour, rich in substance and noble pedigree, ending with a warm note that lingers persuasively.

Food Pairings:

Pair this wine with red and roasted meat such as beef bourguignon and stroganoff, lamb shank, and roasted rabbit and also noble game and aged cheese.

98 Points, Wine Spectator

97 Points, James Suckling

95 Points, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

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