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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

Red Montalcino Pieve Santa Restituta Gaja Estate
164,70 €
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7,9/10

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Brunello di Montalcino 2021 de Pieve Santa Restituta Gaja, Sangiovese Grosso, élevé au moins cinq ans et distingué par Veronelli et Bibenda. Prix de 164,70 € cohérent avec son rang, mais aucune mention de bio, vegan ou sans sulfites.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %8,2

    Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Sangiovese Grosso et zone de Montalcino nommés : ancrage toscan précis, profil fruits rouges, cuir, tabac cohérent.

  • Recognition20 %8,3

    3 stelle Veronelli et 5 grappoli Bibenda, deux distinctions de haut niveau, chez un producteur nommé, Pieve Santa Restituta Gaja.

  • Value for money25 %7,2

    164,70 € pour un Brunello 2021 distingué, avec prix barré à 180,73 € : cohérent avec son rang, sans être une affaire.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,8

    Accords précis (carnes rouges, gibier, fromages affinés), profil aromatique décrit et service indiqué à 16-18°C ; rien sur la garde.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %8,1

    Domaine nommé et situé à Montalcino, fermentation en acier, longue macération et élevage d'au moins cinq ans précisés.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : high

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Technical sheet

Grape varietySangiovese Grosso
AppellationDOCG
Production zoneMontalcino
Vintage2021
Alcohol content14.5%
Format75 cl
ColorIntense ruby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, game, aged cheeses
Awards3 stars Veronelli, 5 bunches Bibenda

The wine

Pieve Santa Restituta Rennina: the soul of Montalcino

I invite you to discover a gem, a vibrant expression of Tuscany that I had the privilege of tasting. This Brunello di Montalcino is not just a wine, it's a story, a sensory journey to the heart of Italy.

The exceptional terroir of Pieve Santa Restituta

We are in Montalcino, a blessed land where Sangiovese Grosso reigns supreme. The Pieve Santa Restituta estate, owned by the Gaja family, is a name that resonates with prestige. Here, every bunch is cultivated with meticulous care, in keeping with a centuries-old tradition that has made this DOCG appellation famous.

This 2021 Brunello is the fruit of careful winemaking. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, followed by a long maceration that extracts all the richness of the grape. Then comes the crucial aging stage: a minimum of five years, partly in oak barrels, so that the wine can develop its structure and complexity. To the eye, its color is a deep garnet red, inviting contemplation. On the nose, it's a symphony: intense notes of ripe red fruits, undergrowth, and a delicate spicy touch, enhanced by aromas of tobacco and vanilla. On the palate, it reveals perfect harmony, an enveloping elegance, with silky tannins and a persistent freshness that promises beautiful evolution over the years.

The perfect pairing for your Tuscan evenings

Imagine this wine on your table, accompanying a dish with character. I highly recommend it with grilled red meats, a succulent roast, or even a braised game dish. For cheese lovers, it will wonderfully enhance an aged Parmigiano Reggiano or a Pecorino Stagionato. It's the ideal companion for a special occasion, a dinner among friends where conversations linger, or simply for a moment of pure pleasure, where you take the time to savor each sip and let yourself be carried away by the spirit of Tuscany.

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The detail that matters here is the long maceration after fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by at least five years of aging, partly under oak: a Brunello to choose if you like reds that take their time.

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