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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

Red Montalcino Castello Banfi Estate
79,93 €
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7,4/10

Hidden Tuscany Rating

Good

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.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %8,2

    Appellation Brunello di Montalcino DOCG named, Sangiovese Grosso and Montalcino zone specified, profile of red fruits, spezie and cuoio consistent with the appellation.

  • Recognition20 %6,1

    No awards or guide mentioned, producer Castello Banfi named but without any attested distinction: rating maintained within the range of a mere absence.

  • Value for money25 %7,4

    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.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,6

    Specific pairings (carni rosse, selvaggina, formaggi stagionati), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18°C indicated; nothing on aging potential or opening.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,8

    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.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape varietySangiovese Grosso
AppellationDOCG
Production zoneMontalcino
Vintage2021
Alcohol content15.5%
Format150 cl
ColorIntense ruby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, game, aged cheeses

The wine

Brunello di Montalcino Castello Banfi: The Soul of Tuscany

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.

Montalcino, birthplace of a great wine

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.

Perfect pairings for an exceptional moment

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.

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The detail to remember is the galestro soil of Montalcino, which gives its grounding to this 2021 Brunello from Castello Banfi, made from Sangiovese Grosso. Save it for a meal that takes its time.

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