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Frescobaldi's Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018, from the Castelgiocondo estate and Sangiovese Grosso, aged for a minimum of 5 years. Price of €45.68 consistent with the appellation, but distinctions capped at 90 points.
The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG appellation and Sangiovese Grosso are named, the Montalcino zone is specified; intense ruby color and notes of red fruits, tobacco and spices are consistent.
Robert Parker 90 and Wine Spectator 90 are named with their scores, but no very high-level distinction (95+) or Tre Bicchieri.
At €45.68 versus a crossed-out €55.32, the 2018 Brunello falls within the prices of its tier, without being significantly below.
Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18 °C indicated.
Frescobaldi is named and Castelgiocondo is located on the southwest slope of Montalcino; fermentation in steel, long maceration and minimum 5-year aging are 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
Ah, Brunello! That name alone evokes the quintessence of Tuscany. And when it comes to Castelgiocondo, one of Frescobaldi's gems, you are about to discover a wine that embodies the elegant power of Montalcino, a true invitation to a sensory journey.
Nestled on the southwest slope of Montalcino, the Castelgiocondo estate, a historic Frescobaldi property, is a place where the winemaking tradition is passed down from generation to generation. It is here, on these blessed lands, that Sangiovese Grosso finds its noblest expression, giving birth to wines of remarkable structure and longevity. This Brunello di Montalcino 2018 is the fruit of that history and ancestral know-how.
To the eye, this wine reveals itself in an intense ruby robe, which will tend toward garnet with time, a promise of beautiful evolution. On the nose, I perceive a complex and enveloping bouquet. Notes of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and plum, intertwine with deeper nuances of tobacco and chocolate, lifted by a light spicy touch, a subtle legacy of its oak aging. On the palate, this Brunello from Castelgiocondo asserts its power while maintaining remarkable elegance. Its tannins, robust yet perfectly integrated, are balanced by a sapid freshness that leads to a long, persistent finish. This is a wine built for time, one that will only continue to improve.
This Brunello di Montalcino 2018 is an ideal companion for intense dishes. Picture it alongside grilled red meats, flavorful game, or aged cheeses. But beyond these classic pairings, I suggest you consider it as a wine for meditation. Take the time to sip it slowly, to let each nuance reveal itself, and you will understand why it is so highly appreciated. It is an invitation to savor the moment, to connect with the soul of Tuscany.
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