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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2014 from Cantina Di Montalcino, Sangiovese Grosso, aged a minimum of five years including two in wood, at €22.20 instead of €27.04. Only distinction: James Suckling 90, and neither harvest nor organic farming is specified.
Appellation Brunello di Montalcino DOCG and Montalcino zone named, Sangiovese Grosso, color and aromas (cherry, tobacco, leather) consistent with the appellation.
Four James Suckling 90 mentions, three of which are for other vintages; only one recognized distinction for this 2014, with no renowned producer cited.
At €22.20 (crossed-out price €27.04) for a Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, the price remains moderate for the appellation, despite the absence of a high-level distinction.
Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18°C indicated; no mention of aging potential.
Cantina Di Montalcino named and located in Montalcino, steel fermentation, long maceration and minimum 5-year aging including 2 in wood specified; neither harvest nor organic mentioned.
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
I invite you on a sensory journey to the heart of Tuscany, where time seems to stand still. This Brunello di Montalcino 2014 from Cantina Di Montalcino is not just a wine, it's a story, a faithful reflection of its terroir and ancestral know-how.
Nestled in the prestigious Montalcino zone, in Tuscany, this estate perpetuates the excellence of Italian red wines. It is here that Sangiovese Grosso, the king grape variety, draws its strength and complexity. Each cluster is the fruit of rigorous selection, guaranteeing a wine of deep character and remarkable longevity.
The 2014 vintage benefited from attentive vinification, respecting traditional techniques. After fermentation in steel tanks with a long maceration, the wine rested for a minimum of five years, including two in oak barrels. This process gives this Brunello a robust and complex structure, ready to evolve beautifully over time. To the eye, its color is intense. On the nose, you will discover a rich and deep bouquet, where notes of cherry, spices, tobacco and leather mingle. On the palate, it reveals itself full and enveloping, with a perfect balance between well-ripe tannins and persistent freshness. The finish is long and satisfying, a delicate harmony between fruity aromas and balsamic notes.
This Brunello di Montalcino is the ideal companion for generous tables. Imagine it alongside grilled red meats, a dish of simmered game or a platter of aged cheeses. It will enhance these dishes and transform your meal into a true celebration. It is an invitation to savor the present moment, to share a unique moment, or to let it age a few more years in your cellar for an even more memorable future tasting.