A classic from Banfi in Montalcino.
Soil: vineyards in the hill area of the estate, with low to moderate incline. The soils develop on different types of sediments, from the clay sands of the marine Pliocene, deep soils with abundant and calcareous stones, to the gray-blue clays which are moderately deep mineral soils that tend to retain humidity.
Trellising System: spurred cordon – Banfi alberello
Vine Density: 2400 - 5500 vines/ha.
Hectar Yield: 65 q/ha.
Sangiovese.
Fermentation: in temperature-controlled (27-29°C) hybrid French oak and stainless-steel Horizon tanks
Aging: 80% in French oak casks (90-60 hl.) and 20% in French oak barriques (350 l.) for 2 years
A rich and elegant Brunello, both in structure and in olfactory expression. Brilliant ruby red with garnet-colored reflections, on the nose the aroma is sweet and fruity, the hints of fresh red fruit stand out, which combine perfectly with the more complex notes of licorice and pipe tobacco. The structure is powerful, and the palate is pleasantly enveloped by a consistent tannic texture, well balanced by a pleasant acidity. Extremely persistent with excellent aging potential.
It pairs particularly well with rich and tasty dishes. Perfect as a meditation wine.
97 pt
95 pt
93 pt.
91 pt.
"Best in Show - Red Wine" - "Wine of the Year - Foreign" - 98 pt.
Silver Medal
95 pt.
3 Stelle
15,5
4 stelle
95 - Platinum
Gold Medal- Best of Class
92 - Gold Medal
90 - Gold Medal
Gold Medal
Best of Class Italian
Platinum - 95
Best in Class / Gold Medal
Gold Medal
2 bicchieri
91 – Daily Wine Picks
4 grappoli
15,5
14,5
4 grappoli
Silver Medal- Recommended – 16,5
90 – Daily Wine Picks
Silver Medal
Silver Medal
90 points
5 Grappoli
4 stars
***Recommended
2 bicchieri
Primo nella categoria vini rossi secchi e tranquilli DOCG
menzione di Paul Lukacs
Selezionato da "I Migliori Vini d'Italia"
Medaglia Argento
menzione di Bob Hosman
menzione di Arthur Levin
2 bicchieri
2 bicchieri
2 bicchieri
3 bicchieri
3 bicchieri