Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 75 cl
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG from Tenuta Pietranera is a classic red wine from Montalcino in Tuscany. Vinified from 100% Sangiovese Grosso (Brunello) and aged for 36 months in Slavonian oak barrels, it combines concentration, depth and full-bodied structure with the traditional character of this origin. Dried plums, dried roses, a lightly spicy oak bouquet and a long finish shape this great, complex and nuanced Brunello.
Producer: Tenuta Pietranera, Montalcino
In the heart of Montalcino, one of the most impressive villages in Tuscany, lies Tenuta Pietranera, a wine estate with an international reputation. The wonderful vineyards of the estate form one single area, which benefits on an impressive plateau from constant sunshine and the beneficial protection of Monte Amiata. These vineyards are planted with the traditional Sangiovese Grosso variety. From these grapes, Tenuta Pietranera creates the famous wines Brunello and Le Logge di Pietranera, which enjoy great recognition in the wine world for their expressive nature and character.
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2020 in detail
Aromas & character (bouquet & palate)
Colour: Brilliant, rich ruby red
Aroma: On the nose, an interplay of dried plums, dried roses and a lightly spicy oak bouquet.
Character: Majestic, concentrated and full-bodied on the palate. A great, complex and nuanced wine with a long finish.
Food pairing & occasions
Pairs well with: Rack of lamb, game, entrecôte and much more.
Ideal for: Festive meals, classic meat dishes, game cuisine, lamb dishes and quiet moments of enjoyment with a structured Brunello di Montalcino.
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FAQ
What stylistically defines Brunello di Montalcino DOCG?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG from Tenuta Pietranera is a majestic, concentrated and full-bodied red wine made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso (Brunello). Brilliant, rich ruby red colour, dried plums, dried roses, a lightly spicy oak bouquet and a long finish shape its complex, nuanced style.
How is Brunello di Montalcino DOCG vinified?
The wine is aged for 36 months in Slavonian oak barrels. This is followed by at least one year of bottle ageing. This vinification supports concentration, structure and the slow, harmonious development of Brunello.
At what temperature should Brunello di Montalcino DOCG be served?
15-18°C is ideal, allowing dried plums, dried roses, the lightly spicy oak bouquet, the full-bodied structure and the long finish to show in balanced harmony.
What drinking phase is Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2020 currently in?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2020 is currently in an early, structured drinking phase. Dried plums, dried roses, the lightly spicy oak bouquet, concentration and full-bodied structure already show expression, but can continue to come together harmoniously and gain depth within its ageing potential of 10-15 years.
What does Brunello di Montalcino DOCG pair best with?
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG pairs very well with rack of lamb, game and entrecôte. Its concentration, full-bodied structure and long finish make it especially suitable for powerful meat dishes and classic game cuisine.
What makes Montalcino special for this Brunello?
Montalcino is one of Tuscany’s traditional wine-growing areas. Constant sunshine, the beneficial protection of Monte Amiata and the traditional Sangiovese Grosso variety shape wines with expression, structure and long development.
What is the significance of ageing in Slavonian oak barrels?
The 36 months of ageing in Slavonian oak barrels supports the wine’s concentration, structure and lightly spicy oak bouquet. The subsequent bottle ageing of at least one year contributes to its harmonious development.
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG from Tenuta Pietranera is a classic red wine from Montalcino made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso, with 36 months of ageing in Slavonian oak barrels, dried plums, dried roses, a spicy oak bouquet and a long finish. Discover this characterful Brunello conveniently online and enjoy it with rack of lamb, game, entrecôte or powerful meat dishes.
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