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Hidden Tuscany Rating
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2021 from Frescobaldi, Sangiovese Grosso, aged at least 5 years including 2 in wood, in a 6 L format. Price reduced to €137.25 per 75 cl, consistent but unremarkable beyond 90 points.
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG appellation and Sangiovese Grosso named, Montalcino zone specified; profile of red fruits, leather and balsamic notes consistent with the appellation.
Renowned producer named and distinctions cited: 3 stelle Veronelli, 3 viti, James Suckling 90, Robert Parker 90, Wine Spectator 90; levels however around 90, not 95+.
Large 6 L format at €1,098.00, crossed-out price €1,345.19, i.e. €137.25 per 75 cl: consistent for a Brunello of this rank, without being below the usual price.
Precise and varied pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18 °C indicated.
Frescobaldi estate named and located in Montalcino; vinification in steel with 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
Let me guide you toward an experience that awakens the senses, a wine that whispers the history of Tuscany with every sip. This Brunello di Montalcino, from the noble lands of Frescobaldi, is not just a drink, it is an invitation to travel, a promise of unforgettable moments.
We are in Montalcino, in the heart of Tuscany, a blessed region where the Sangiovese Grosso grape finds its most sublime expression. The Frescobaldi estate, with its centuries-old history, cultivates these vines with a deep respect for tradition and terroir. It is here, on these unique soils, that this exceptional wine is born, the fruit of know-how passed down from generation to generation.
This 2021 vintage displays a ruby red color of captivating luminosity. On the nose, I perceive a concentration of aromas, where red fruits dominate, notably marasca and ripe blood orange, interwoven with spicy notes. On the palate, it reveals an enveloping richness and roundness, carried by a pleasant tension that showcases a perfectly integrated tannic structure. The finish is fascinating, marked by a distinct sapidity and prolonged persistence. Vinification takes place in steel tanks with a long maceration, followed by aging of at least five years, two of which in oak barrels.
Imagine this Brunello on your table, ready to elevate your dishes. It is the ideal companion for grilled or sauced red meats, like a stew simmered for hours. Also think of the richness of game, or the complexity of a platter of aged cheeses, where its balsamic and leather notes will create a perfect harmony. This wine is a celebration, an ode to conviviality. It invites you to take your time, to savor every moment, to share laughter and confidences. It is the perfect choice for a special evening, a dinner among friends, or simply to treat yourself and offer yourself a fragment of the Tuscan soul.
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