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Moscadello di Montalcino DOC
An historical “pearl” of Montalcino and Banfi perfect balance between aromatic expression and acidity.
In temperature-controlled (16°-18°C) stainless steel tanks, and a small part in French oak barrels
20% in French oak barrique (350 l.) and the remaining part in stainless steel tanks.
Years / Technical sheets / Awards
First Year
1982
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2022
THE 2022 VINTAGE
An historical "pearl" of Montalcino and Banfi perfect balance between aromatic expression and acidity.
TASTING NOTES
A vintage with a fairly regular vegetative trend, in which the heavy rains of mid-September were the only critical moment. Thanks to the actions taken in the vineyard and, then, in the cellar, the quality results were excellent.
Straw yellow colour, with intense gold reflections. it is characterized by an extreme variety of aromas and scents. On the nose intense hints of dried apricot, honey and candied orange stand out. In the mouth, it is round and full. The remarkable residual sugar is well balanced by a good acidity. Silky and very persistent,
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14,5%
Yield per hectare 30 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks (16°-18°C)
Aging 20% in French oak barrique (350 l.) and the remaining part in stainless steel tanks.
Soil predominantly clayey and shallow with pebbles.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2020
THE 2020 VINTAGE
An historical "pearl" of Montalcino and Banfi perfect balance between aromatic expression and acidity.
TASTING NOTES
A historical "gem" of the Montalcino area and of Banfi: a perfect balance between aromatic expression and acidity.
Straw yellow colour, with intense gold reflections. it is characterized by an extreme variety of aromas and scents. On the nose intense hints of dried apricot, honey and candied orange stand out. In the mouth, it is round and full. The remarkable residual sugar is well balanced by a good acidity. Silky and very persistent,
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 15%
Yield per hectare 30 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French oak barrique
Soil predominantly clayey and shallow with pebbles.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2019
THE 2019 VINTAGE
Expression of the meeting between the Sangiovese, an emblematic vine of Montalcino and the peculiarities of the international vines implanted in this area.
TASTING NOTES
A historical "gem" of the Montalcino area and of Banfi: a perfect balance between aromatic expression and acidity.
Straw yellow colour, with intense gold reflections. it is characterized by an extreme variety of aromas and scents. On the nose intense hints of dried apricot, honey and candied orange stand out. In the mouth, it is round and full. The remarkable residual sugar is well balanced by a good acidity. Silky and very persistent,
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Yield per hectare 30 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French oak barrique
Soil predominantly clayey and shallow with pebbles.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2018
THE 2018 VINTAGE
Expression of the meeting between the Sangiovese, an emblematic vine of Montalcino and the peculiarities of the international vines implanted in this area.
TASTING NOTES
A historical "gem" of the Montalcino area and of Banfi: a perfect balance between aromatic expression and acidity.
Straw yellow colour, with intense gold reflections. it is characterized by an extreme variety of aromas and scents. On the nose intense hints of dried apricot, honey and candied orange stand out. In the mouth, it is round and full. The remarkable residual sugar is well balanced by a good acidity. Silky and very persistent,
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 15%
Yield per hectare 30 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French oak barrique
Soil predominantly clayey and shallow with pebbles.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2017
THE 2017 VINTAGE
Expression of the meeting between the Sangiovese, an emblematic vine of Montalcino and the peculiarities of the international vines implanted in this area.
TASTING NOTES
A historical "gem" of the Montalcino area and of Banfi: a perfect balance between aromatic expression and acidity.
Round and full wine, it is characterized by an extreme variety of aromas and scents. On the nose intense hints of dehydrated apricot, honey and candied orange stand out. In the mouth the remarkable residual sugar is well balanced by a good acidity. Balanced, silky and very persistent,
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14,5%
Yield per hectare 30 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French oak barrique
Soil predominantly clayey and shallow with pebbles.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
GOOD WINES OF ITALY 4 Stars
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2016
THE 2016 VINTAGE
A vintage with a fairly regular vegetative trend, in which the heavy rains of mid-September were the only critical moment. Thanks to the actions taken in the vineyard and, then, in the cellar, the quality results were excellent.
TASTING NOTES
A historical "gem" of the Montalcino area and of Banfi: a perfect balance between aromatic expression and acidity.
Round and full wine, it is characterized by an extreme variety of aromas and scents. On the nose intense hints of dehydrated apricot, honey and candied orange stand out. In the mouth the remarkable residual sugar is well balanced by a good acidity. Balanced, silky and very persistent,
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14,5%
Yield per hectare 30 q/ha.
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (16°C) French oak barrique
Soil predominantly clayey and shallow with pebbles.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
ROBERTPARKER.COM 92
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2014
AWARDS
GOOD WINES OF ITALY 4 Stars
5 STARS WINES 95
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2012
AWARDS
ROBERTPARKER.COM 91
VINITALY - 5 STARS WINES 91
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2011
AWARDS
VINITALY INTERNATIONAL WINE COMPETITION Gold
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2010
AWARDS
WINE ENTHUSIAST 92 - No. 46 'Top 100' - Editor's choice
DUEMILAVINI 4 Bunches
VINE ITALY Gold
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2008
AWARDS
RESTAURANT WINE 5 Stars
WINE ENTHUSIAST 91
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2007
AWARDS
WINE SPECTATOR 90
WINE ENTHUSIAST 93
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2005
AWARDS
IWSC Gold
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2003
AWARDS
DUEMILAVINI 4 Bunches
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2001
AWARDS
DUEMILAVINI 4 Bunches
ASSOCIATION BANCO D'ASSAGGIO VINI D'ITALIA Gold
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1997
AWARDS
DUEMILAVINI 4 Bunches
CONCOURS MONDIAL DE BRUXELLES Silver
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1996
AWARDS
GAMBERO ROSSO 2 Glasses
CONCOURS MONDIAL DE BRUXELLES Silver
