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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva 2019 de Banfi, Sangiovese Grosso, 15,5 % vol., élevé au minimum 5 ans dont 2 en botti, proposé à 90,40 €. Aucune récompense n'est mentionnée et rien n'atteste l'agriculture bio ou les vendanges manuelles.
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Sangiovese Grosso et zone de Montalcino nommés : l'ancrage est précis. Notes de fruits rouges, tabac et cuir cohérentes avec l'appellation.
Aucune récompense ni guide mentionné : la réputation n'est attestée nulle part, la note reste donc dans la fourchette neutre prévue.
90,40 € face à un prix barré de 111,37 € : le tarif correspond au rang d'un Brunello Riserva, sans décote notable ni surplus.
Viandes rouges, gibier, fromages affinés et service à 16-18°C : accords et profil (fruits rouges, épices, cuir) décrits, sans indication de garde.
Banfi nommé, cave Poggio alle Mura à Montalcino, fermentation en acier, macération longue, minimum 5 ans d'élevage dont 2 en botti.
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Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine yourself in the heart of Tuscany, where time seems suspended. This Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva 2019 from Banfi is an invitation to that sensory journey, a pure expression of the land and craftsmanship. It is a gem that reveals the very essence of Montalcino, a promise of complexity and refinement.
Let me take you to Montalcino, that blessed land that gives birth to one of Italy's most iconic wines. The Banfi estate, with its Poggio alle Mura cellar, grows Sangiovese Grosso there, a unique and proud grape variety. It is from this marriage between an exceptional terroir and attentive viticulture that this Brunello is born, carrying within it the history and passion of the region.
This wine is the result of careful vinification, with fermentation in steel tanks and extended maceration, allowing all the richness of the grapes to be extracted. Its aging is true patience: a minimum of five years, including at least two in oak barrels. It is this long wait that gives it its imposing structure and depth. When tasting, you will discover an intense color. On the nose, notes of ripe red fruits mingle with sweet spices, with touches of tobacco and leather that promise beautiful complexity. On the palate, you will be seduced by its envelopping body, balanced by vibrant acidity and refined tannins. The finish is long and harmonious, a true caress.
For me, this Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2019 is the perfect companion for moments of sharing. I recommend it with characterful dishes: think of grilled red meats, a slow-cooked game dish or aged cheeses, which will enhance its aromas. It will pair wonderfully with a special evening, a dinner among friends or a celebration. Let yourself be carried away by its elegance and persistence, and you will understand why this wine is a true gem for connoisseurs.