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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

Red Montalcino Banfi Estate
116,02 €
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7,3/10

Hidden Tuscany Rating

Good

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2020 from Banfi, Sangiovese Grosso, aged at least five years including two in wood, sold in 1.5 L format. No awards or organic mention is specified, and the price adjusted to 75 cl remains that of a Brunello with no distinction displayed.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %8,2

    Brunello di Montalcino DOCG appellation, Sangiovese Grosso and Montalcino zone named: complete Tuscan anchoring, with no foreign grape variety.

  • Recognition20 %6,2

    No awards or guide mentioned, producer not distinguished in the texts: simple absence of information, neutral note.

  • Value for money25 %7,1

    Adjusted to 75 cl, the price is €58.01 for a 2020 Brunello; consistent with the appellation, with no distinction displayed.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,4

    Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), aromatic profile described and serving at 16-18°C indicated.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,6

    Banfi named in Montalcino, steel fermentation, long maceration and ageing of at least 5 years including 2 in wood specified.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape varietySangiovese Grosso
AppellationDOCG
Production zoneMontalcino
Vintage2020
Alcohol content15.0%
Format150 cl
ColorIntense ruby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, game, aged cheeses

The wine

Banfi Brunello 2020: The soul of Montalcino in a bottle

Imagine yourself in the heart of Tuscany, where the sun caresses the hills and Sangiovese Grosso reigns supreme. This Brunello di Montalcino from the Banfi estate, 2020 vintage, is much more than a wine; it is an invitation to a sensory journey, an authentic expression of its terroir. It embodies the perfect balance between power and elegance, a promise of unforgettable moments.

Montalcino: The cradle of Sangiovese Grosso

It is in Montalcino, in this Tuscan landscape of breathtaking beauty, that Sangiovese Grosso finds its noblest expression. The Banfi estate, renowned for its expertise, cultivates this grape variety with a passion that shows in every bottle. Traditional vinification, with long maceration and fermentation in steel tanks, preserves the integrity of the fruit and the typicity of the terroir, followed by aging of at least five years, two of which in wood.

At first glance, its deep red color seduces you. On the nose, you will discover a symphony of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and plum, interwoven with delicate spicy notes and subtle balsamic accents. On the palate, it envelops you with its silky tannins and vibrant acidity that bodes well for excellent aging potential. The finish is long and persistent, revealing hints of sweet spices and a pleasant minerality that will remind you of the richness of its origin.

An exceptional table companion

This Brunello di Montalcino is the ideal partner for special occasions. I warmly recommend it with roasted red meats, a flavorful piece of game, or aged cheeses that will enhance its complex aromas. Let yourself be carried away by this refined wine of great personality, a true jewel of Tuscany that promises to turn every tasting into a privileged moment.

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The long maceration in steel tanks, followed by at least five years of aging, two of which in wood, gives the Banfi 2020 real aging potential. It is better to give it time to open up rather than to pop it open in haste.

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