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Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2019 from Ventolaio, Sangiovese Grosso from Montalcino, aged at least 5 years including 2 in wood, at €73.88 instead of €91.82. No distinction or mention of organic, vegan or sulfite-free is specified.
Appellation Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Sangiovese Grosso and the Montalcino zone named: precise anchoring, with a profile of red fruits, leather and tobacco that is consistent.
No awards or guides mentioned, and the producer Ventolaio is not presented as renowned: simple absence of information, neutral note.
At €73.88 for a Brunello Riserva (crossed-out price €91.82), the price remains within the appellation's range, with no indication of a marked good deal.
Specific pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), described aromatic profile and serving at 18-20 °C: everything needed to serve and pair easily.
Ventolaio estate named and located in Montalcino, fermentation in steel, long maceration and aging of at least 5 years including 2 in wood: detailed practices.
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 suspend its flight. Imagine a wine that tells a story, that of an exceptional terroir and know-how passed down with passion. This Brunello di Montalcino Riserva from the Ventolaio estate is that story, a rare gem that promises you an unforgettable experience.
Nestled in the glorious region of Tuscany, the Ventolaio cellar is a haven where Italian viticulture takes on its full meaning. Here, in Montalcino, Sangiovese Grosso reigns supreme. This unique grape variety is the cornerstone of this Brunello Riserva, whose every bunch is hand-picked and selected with absolute rigor, guaranteeing that only the best fruits continue their journey to the bottle.
When you bring your glass close, you will first be captivated by its intense ruby red color, which will tend toward garnet with time, a sign of its maturity and depth. On the nose, this Brunello Riserva offers a rich and persistent bouquet. I perceive notes of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and plum, which blend harmoniously with more complex nuances of tobacco and chocolate. The aging in oak barrels also gives it a delicate scent of spices and vanilla, adding an extra layer to its aromatic complexity. On the palate, you will discover a remarkably harmonious and balanced wine. Its tannic structure is robust yet elegant, and its finish is long and persistent, revealing new facets with every sip.
This Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is the dream companion for your most refined dinners. I recommend it with red meats, flavorful game or aged cheeses. Its complexity and structure will make it a partner of choice, capable of elevating every dish. It is a wine that invites contemplation, to be shared on special occasions, where every detail counts. Let yourself be carried away by this authentic expression of the Montalcino terroir, a true liquid work of art.
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