2019 Gianni Brunelli Rosso di Montalcino
£26.00
“A blend of Sangiovese grapes from Podernovone – which lies at 500 metres above sea level on the southeast hillside of Montalcino with a southwest exposure – and Canalicchio on the northern side of the village. The vines were planted in 1998 for the former vineyard, and in 1989 for the latter. ‘Our Rosso is produced by the same grapeas as Brunello,’ said Laura Brunelli. This new 2019 bottling is more concentrated than the lighter 2018, and more balanced than the warm 2017. This wine, traditionally aged in large oak vessels for one year, is extremely fresh and not without complexity. Red currants, wild strawberry, black pepper and juniper aromas are followed by a brightness of savoury red fruits on the medium-bodied palate. It has velvety tannins and refreshing, integrated acidity. A really great interpretation of the terroir.”
94 Points, Aldo Fiordelli, Decanter
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Product Description
In the late 1980’s husband and wife Gianni and Laura Brunelli gave up their successful Sienna restaurant to return to Gianni’s hometown of Montalcino. They turned their hands to winemaking after taking over the Le Chiuse di Sotto estate from Gianni’s father and soon gained a reputation of making some of the most expressive wines in the region.
In 2008 Gianni sadly passed and since then Laura has managed the family wine estate including taking the role of winemaker. Now managing 6.5Ha spread over 4 vineyards Laura’s wines continue to set the benchmark for the region with their trademark elegance and finesse.
Additional Information
| ABV | 13.5% |
|---|---|
| Bottle Size | Bottle 75cl |
| Colour | Red |
| Country | Italy |
| Critic Score | 94/100 |
| Drink until | 2029 |
| Style | Still |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Vintage | 2019 |
