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Hidden Tuscany Rating
Frescobaldi's Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Sangiovese Grosso from Montalcino, aged for a minimum of 5 years and distinguished by Veronelli and the guides with 90 points. Its main reserve holds at a price of €118.95, consistent but without a striking discount, and with no organic mention.
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG appellation and Sangiovese Grosso named, Montalcino zone specified: clear anchoring, without mention of a sub-zone.
Veronelli 3 stelle, 3 viti 2014 and 3 viti ais, plus James Suckling, Robert Parker and Wine Spectator at 90: real distinctions but no 95 points and above.
At €118.95 instead of €132.45, the price remains that of a distinguished Brunello DOCG; the discount is real but modest for this rank.
Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving at 16-18 °C: enough to serve easily.
Frescobaldi named and located in Montalcino, fermentation in steel, long maceration and aging of at least 5 years: detailed practices, 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
Let me guide you toward a hidden treasure of Tuscany, a wine that embodies the power and elegance of its terroir. This Brunello di Montalcino from Frescobaldi is not just a bottle, it is an invitation to a sensory journey, a promise of unforgettable moments.
We are in Montalcino, a blessed land where the Sangiovese Grosso grape variety reigns supreme. It is here, within the Frescobaldi estate, that this wine comes to life. The history of this family is intimately linked to that of Tuscan viticulture, a heritage of passion and know-how passed down from generation to generation. The unique climate of this region, between Mediterranean influences and mountain breezes, offers ideal conditions for the slow and complex maturation of Sangiovese Grosso, giving it an incomparable aromatic richness.
The vinification of this Brunello is a mastered art. After meticulous fermentation in steel tanks, the maceration on the skins is extended for four weeks, allowing a deep extraction of aromas and tannins. The wine then continues its journey in Slavonian oak barrels, where it patiently ages for at least 24 months. This long aging gives the wine its structure, its complexity and its ability to stand the test of time. In your glass, you will discover a ruby red color of dazzling luminosity, a promise of beautiful concentration. On the nose, this wine will enchant you with its aromatic richness: intense notes of red fruits, notably marasque cherry and ripe blood orange, blend harmoniously with spicy, leather and balsamic touches. On the palate, it reveals a rich and enveloping texture, with a pleasant tension that highlights a perfectly integrated tannic framework. The finish is fascinating, marked by a distinct sapidity and a prolonged persistence, leaving you with a memorable imprint.
This Brunello di Montalcino is the ideal companion for your most refined meals. I particularly recommend it with grilled red meats, simmered stews, game dishes with intense flavors or aged cheeses. Imagine it alongside a good Florentine steak or a wild boar stew, it will sublimate every bite. It is a wine that calls for conviviality, for those moments when time seems suspended, shared with friends or family. It lends itself wonderfully well to elegant dinners, but also to more intimate evenings, where you simply wish to savor the complexity of a great wine. Let it breathe for a few moments before tasting it, and you will be rewarded by the blossoming of all its aromas. It is an experience that I invite you to live, a true piece of Tuscany within reach.
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