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Castello Banfi's Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2021, Sangiovese Grosso, minimum 5 years of aging including 2 in wood, in 1.5 L large format at €79.93. No awards or organic mention is specified, and the price adjusted to 75 cl remains within the norm for the appellation.
Appellation Brunello di Montalcino DOCG named, Sangiovese Grosso and Montalcino zone specified, profile of red fruits, spezie and cuoio consistent with the appellation.
No awards or guide mentioned, producer Castello Banfi named but without any attested distinction: rating maintained within the range of a mere absence.
Large 1.5 L format at €79.93, crossed-out price €97.04, i.e. €39.97 adjusted to 75 cl: consistent for a Brunello, without being clearly below the price of its tier.
Specific pairings (carni rosse, selvaggina, formaggi stagionati), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18°C indicated; nothing on aging potential or opening.
Castello Banfi named and located in Montalcino, fermentation in steel, long maceration and minimum 5 years of aging including 2 in wood specified; organic not 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 a wine that whispers the history of a blessed land, where the sun caresses the vines and time sculpts perfection. This Brunello di Montalcino from Castello Banfi is an invitation to a sensory journey, a pure expression of the elegance and power of Sangiovese Grosso.
It is in the heart of the well-exposed lands of Montalcino that this wine is born. The Mediterranean climate, generous and constant, combined with a soil rich in galestro, gives the grapes extraordinary organoleptic characteristics. The Castello Banfi estate, rooted in this centuries-old tradition, cultivates Sangiovese Grosso with respect, the emblematic grape variety of this DOCG appellation. Each cluster is the fruit of know-how passed down from generation to generation, an ode to Tuscan authenticity.
When you bring your glass close, you discover a deep garnet red color, a promise of richness to come. On the nose, this Brunello envelops you with complex notes of ripe cherry, tobacco and sweet spices, with a subtle touch of vanilla that awakens curiosity. On the palate, it reveals itself full and enveloping, its tannins are remarkably smooth and velvety. The finish is impressively long, inviting a slow and meditative tasting, where each sip reveals a new facet of its character.
This Brunello di Montalcino is the ideal companion for special moments. I recommend it with grilled or braised red meats, whose richness will pair wonderfully with its structure. It also elevates game and aged cheeses, creating unforgettable taste harmonies. It is a wine that calls for conviviality, for meals shared with friends or family, where every dish is a celebration. Treat yourself to this intense sensory experience, the fruit of respect for the land and the winemaking tradition of Montalcino.