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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG from Fattoria dei Barbi, Sangiovese Grosso, aged at least 5 years including 2 in wood and distinguished by several guides. Price of €63.41 consistent with its rank, but no mention of organic, vegan or sulfite-free.
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Sangiovese Grosso and the Montalcino zone named: reference appellation expressed with precision.
Multiple distinctions: 5 bunches Bibenda, 4 vines, 2 glasses, James Suckling, Parker and Wine Spectator at 90.
At €63.41 instead of €77.77, the price remains consistent with a Brunello DOCG distinguished by several guides.
Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18 °C indicated.
Fattoria dei Barbi named, fermentation in steel, long maceration and aging of at least 5 years including 2 in wood specified.
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
Imagine yourself in the heart of Tuscany, where the sun caresses the vines and every sip tells a story. This Brunello di Montalcino from Fattoria dei Barbi is an invitation to a sensory journey, an exploration of the deep and authentic flavors of this blessed land.
Fattoria dei Barbi is an institution in Montalcino, a historic estate that has managed to preserve the essence of Brunello. Sangiovese Grosso, the king grape variety of the appellation, is cultivated here with particular care, notably in the prestigious "Vigna del Fiore", a unique parcel that gives this wine its distinctive character. It is a wine that breathes history and tradition, a true testament to Tuscan craftsmanship.
In your glass, this Brunello displays an intense ruby color, dotted with garnet highlights that betray its age and depth. On the nose, you will be charmed by a complex and profound bouquet: notes of ripe red fruits intertwine with accents of spices, leather and tobacco, the result of meticulous aging of at least 24 months in oak barrels, followed by prolonged refinement in the bottle. On the palate, it reveals itself full and enveloping, with a perfect balance between acidity and savoriness. You will find that harmonious structure, those fine tannins and that lingering elegance that mark the great wines of Montalcino.
This Brunello is the ideal companion for generous tables. I recommend it with rich, structured dishes: think red meat roasts, game or aged cheeses. Its complexity and depth make it a wine that will enhance these dishes and turn your meal into a true celebration.
It is a wine you can enjoy right now to appreciate its youth and fruitiness, or one you can let age for a few years. It will then reveal new nuances, new depths, and tell you an even richer story. It is a true treasure for lovers of Tuscan wines, an authentic expression of Italian winemaking art that I invite you to discover.
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