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Brunello di Montalcino 2019 from Canalicchio Di Sopra, Sangiovese Grosso, aged at least five years and distinguished by Bibenda and two critics at 90 points. The price of €73.04 for 75 cl remains within the range of the appellation, without being a bargain.
Appellation Brunello di Montalcino DOCG and Sangiovese Grosso named, Montalcino zone specified: complete Tuscan anchoring, ruby color and leather and tobacco notes consistent.
Four Bibenda grappoli, plus James Suckling and Robert Parker cited at 90 points: named distinctions and recognized producer, without a rating peak.
Large 1.5 L format at €146.08, i.e. €73.04 for 75 cl, crossed-out price of €163.68: consistent for a distinguished 2019 Brunello, without being below its rank.
Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving at 16-18°C: good use at the table, without mention of a quantified aging potential.
Canalicchio Di Sopra named and located in Montalcino, fermentation in steel, long maceration and aging of at least five years including two in barrel: detailed practices.
Independent rating, calculated from the property's public information and traveler reviews. Commissions received on bookings are not included in the rating.
Comment on noteThe wine
I invite you today on a sensory journey to the heart of Tuscany, where Sangiovese Grosso expresses itself with rare nobility. This Brunello di Montalcino, from the Canalicchio Di Sopra estate, is not just a wine; it is a story, an encounter with an exceptional terroir and the know-how of a house that sublimates its grape variety.
The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG is a mythical appellation, and for good reason. Montalcino, nestled in the heart of Tuscany, offers an ideal microclimate and soils for Sangiovese Grosso, the sole grape variety of this wine. The Canalicchio Di Sopra estate, established in this blessed region, is recognized for its commitment to revealing the purity and elegance of this grape variety. Their sustainable approach in the vineyard and their meticulous management in the cellar testify to a deep respect for the land and the fruit.
This 2019 vintage, made from Sangiovese Grosso, benefited from fermentation in steel tanks and a long maceration, choices that help forge its structure and complexity. It then matured for at least five years, including two years in wooden barrels, an essential process to refine its tannins and develop its aromatic profile. Its color is a deep ruby red, which evolves towards garnet with time, a sign of its maturity and its aging potential. On the nose, I perceive a range of aromas: ripe red fruits mingle with spicy, balsamic notes, and a background of leather and tobacco, revealing the richness of its aging. On the palate, it offers notable complexity, with fine tannins and a freshness that balances its richness, leading to a long and persistent finish.
This Brunello di Montalcino from Canalicchio Di Sopra is an invitation to the table. It will find its perfect pairing with robust and flavorful dishes. Imagine it alongside grilled red meats, a stewed game dish or aged cheeses. Its structure and complexity are designed to sublimate these intense flavors.
I recommend tasting it on a special occasion, or simply to treat yourself to a moment of pure pleasure. It is a wine to be savored, discovered with each sip, and which transports you directly to the sunny landscapes of Montalcino. You can taste it now to appreciate its youth and vigor, or keep it a few years to see it evolve and gain even more richness and nuance. It is a true jewel of Tuscany, an experience I encourage you to live.
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