Poggio all'Oro

2016

THE 2016 VINTAGE

The mild winter, with regular rainfall, encouraged an early bud break. The spring was rather wet with a drop in temperatures at the end of April, which slowed down the growth cycle, bringing it back to normal. From mid-June, and throughout the month of July, there was a gradual rise in temperatures. In August, the excellent temperature range and sporadic rain allowed for the perfect ripening of the grapes. In September, the temperatures were quite high with an excellent temperature range. Mid-month, a few days of abundant rain risked compromising the harvest, but the sudden weather improvement of the following days, the technical and cultivation interventions carried out in the vineyards and the careful selection of the grapes, both in the vineyard and in the winery, enabled to harvest the Sangiovese at its best expression. The excellent insolation in the summer, the good water availability, the important temperature ranges in the summer and the great selection effort determined the convergence of sugar and polyphenol maturation, so that at harvest the skins were already soft and ready to release color.

TASTING NOTES

The mild winter, with regular rainfall, encouraged an early bud break. The spring was rather wet with a drop in temperatures at the end of April, which slowed down the growth cycle, bringing it back to normal. From mid-June, and throughout the month of July, there was a gradual rise in temperatures. In August, the excellent temperature range and sporadic rain allowed for the perfect ripening of the grapes. In September, the temperatures were quite high with an excellent temperature range. Mid-month, a few days of abundant rain risked compromising the harvest, but the sudden weather improvement of the following days, the technical and cultivation interventions carried out in the vineyards and the careful selection of the grapes, both in the vineyard and in the winery, enabled to harvest the Sangiovese at its best expression.

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 15.5%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in combined French oak and stainless steel Horizon vats

Aging 80% in French oak casks (90-60 hl.) and 20% in French oak barriques (350 l.) for 30 months at least.

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

JAMESSUCKLING.COM 97

GARDININOTES.COM 100

ROBERTPARKER.COM 96+

WINE SPECTATOR 94

DECANTER 95

WINESCRITIC 93

BIBENDA 5 Bunches

BUSINESS DRINKS Gold

WOW Gold 

DOCTORWINE 96

FALSTAFF 92 - 94

VINOUS 93

TECHNICAL SHEET

2015

THE 2015 VINTAGE

2015 will certainly be included among the great harvests of Montalcino. The copious winter and spring rains, alternating with sunny and breezy days, ensured proper water storage in the ground, together with a homogenous growth of the grapes in the months of May and June. The summer period, with rather high temperatures, favored the regular development of the grape. At the same time, the ripening took place gradually and perfectly thanks to the good day/night temperature ranges. The almost total absence of rain, both during the ripening and the harvest, and the mild temperatures of September, as well as facilitating the harvest operations, preserved the health of the grapes.

TASTING NOTES

2015 will certainly be included among the great harvests of Montalcino. The copious winter and spring rains, alternating with sunny and breezy days, ensured proper water storage in the ground, together with a homogenous growth of the grapes in the months of May and June. The summer period, with rather high temperatures, favored the regular development of the grape. At the same time, the ripening took place gradually and perfectly thanks to the good day/night temperature ranges. The almost total absence of rain, both during the ripening and the harvest, and the mild temperatures of September, as well as facilitating the harvest operations, preserved the health of the grapes.

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 14.5%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in combined French oak and stainless steel Horizon vats

Aging 70% in French oak casks (90-60 hl.) and 30% in French oak barriques (350 l.) for 42 months

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

GARDININOTES.COM 98+

JAMESSUCKLING.COM 95

ROBERTPARKER.COM 96

WINECRITICS 96

WINE ENTHUSIAST 96

FALSTAFF 93

DECANTER 93

WINEHUNTER Gold

DOCTORWINE 92

BIBENDA 5 Bunches

WOW Gold

TECHNICAL SHEET

2013

THE 2013 VINTAGE

After a rather rainy spring and early summer, in the months of September and October the weather conditions were very good, windy and sunny. These climatic conditions favored a gradual and late ripening of the grapes, which showed an excellent quality, with wonderfully intense varietal aromas and a good balance between alcohol and acidity.

TASTING NOTES

After a rather rainy spring and early summer, the months of September and October were very good, with lots of sun and excellent ventilation. These climatic conditions favored a gradual and late ripening of the grapes, which were presented in excellent quality conditions, with wonderfully intense varietal aromas and a good balance between alcohol and acidity.

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 13.5%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in combined French oak and stainless steel Horizon vats

Aging 70% in French oak casks (90-60 hl.) and 30% in French oak barriques (350 l.) for 2 years and 6 months

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

JAMESSUCKLING.COM 97 - Top 100 Wines of Italy

WINE SPECTATOR 94 - Insider Weekly

GOOD WINES OF ITALY 4 stars

BIBENDA 5 Bunches

ROBERTPARKER.COM 96+

WINECRITICS 96

WOW Gold

WINE ENTHUSIAST 95

TECHNICAL SHEET

2012

THE 2012 VINTAGE

A Banfi family jewel, Brunello Poggio all'Oro is produced exclusively in the great vintages.

TASTING NOTES

The vegetative season began at usual time, with a mild and dry spring. The summer was characterized by a beginning with no rainfall and cool temperatures that went up gradually in the months of July and August. A A sunny September with average temperatures favored the harvest operations.

The result is a particularly elegant and complex Brunello. The nose is expressed with intense hints of cherry and plum, accompanied by floral notes of violet and toasted coffee and chocolate. Excellent consistency that allows a long and excellent persistence. Perfect synthesis between power and elegance.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 14%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in combined French oak and stainless steel Horizon vats

Aging 60% in French oak casks (90-60 hl.) and 40% in French oak barriques (350 l.) for 3 years and 6 months

Soil tendentially silty with reddish clays and pebbles.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

ROBERTPARKER.COM 93

WINE ENTHUSIAST 94 

DOCTORWINE 95

WINE SPECTATOR 93

VINOUS 93+

IWSC 93 

WINE SPECTATOR 93

VERONELLI Super Three Stars

TECHNICAL SHEET

2010

THE 2010 VINTAGE

The growing season started slightly late, followed by abundant rain in May and June. Temperatures in June were cool and well below seasonal averages; n the beginning of July the temperatures began to warm up and became quite hot by mid-month. Temperatures cooled down again in August again with notably cool nights, which significantly contributed to the quality of the fruit, both in terms of aromas and natural acids. From the middle of August through the months of September and October rainfall was scarce, resulting in an excellent harvest.

TASTING NOTES

The growing season started slightly late, followed by abundant rain in May and June. Temperatures in June were cool and well below seasonal averages; n the beginning of July the temperatures began to warm up and became quite hot by mid-month. Temperatures cooled down again in August again with notably cool nights, which significantly contributed to the quality of the fruit, both in terms of aromas and natural acids. From the middle of August through the months of September and October rainfall was scarce, resulting in an excellent harvest.

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 15%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in combined French oak and stainless steel Horizon vats

Aging in French oak barriques (350 l.) for 30 months

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

JAMESSUCKLING.COM 97

STAR WINES THE BOOK 2017 92

VERONELLI 3 Super Stars

VITAE  4 Screws

GILBERT & GAILLARD 94 - Gold 

GARDININOTES.COM 92

ROBERTPARKER.COM 95

JANCIS ROBINSON 15.5

GOOD WINES OF ITALY 2017 - TOURING CLUB ITALY 4 Stars

BIBENDA 5 Bunches

DOCTOR WINE 96 - Facet

WINE SPECTATOR 92

WINE ENTHUSIAST 94

TECHNICAL SHEET

2007

THE 2007 VINTAGE

An intense and deep Supertuscan that represents very well the potential of the three vines that compose it.

TASTING NOTES

Regular spring rainfall allowed for good water reserves over the hot summer months. High temperatures in July and an ideal range between daytime and nightly temperatures in August allowed the grapes to ripen exceptionally well. A warm September allowed for an excellent harvest.

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 13.5%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in combined French oak and stainless steel Horizon vats

Aging Slavonian oak casks and in French oak barriques for 30 months

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

WINE ENTHUSIAST 95

JAMESSUCKLING.COM 98 - No. 9 Top 100 Italian Wines of 2014

GOLD GUIDE I VINI DI VERONELLI 2014 Super 3 stars

WINE SPECTATOR 92

ROBERTPARKER.COM 90

FALSTAFF 90

RED TAMBER 2 glasses

DUEMILAVINI - AIS 5 bunches

JANCIS ROBINSON 16

TECHNICAL SHEET

2006

THE 2006 VINTAGE

An intense and deep Supertuscan that represents very well the potential of the three vines that compose it.

TASTING NOTES

Regular spring rainfall allowed for good water reserves over the hot summer months. High temperatures in July and an ideal range between daytime and nightly temperatures in August allowed the grapes to ripen exceptionally well. A warm September allowed for an excellent harvest.

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 15%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in combined French oak and stainless steel Horizon vats

Aging Slavonian oak casks and in French oak barriques for 30 months

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

VINIBUONI D'ITALIA 4 stars

JAMESSUCKLING.COM 96

INTERNATIONAL WINE REVIEW 92

DUEMILAVINI  5 bunches

WINE ENTHUSIAST 95

ROBERTPARKER.COM 90

GOLD GUIDE I VINI DI VERONELLI 2012 Super Three Stars

JANCIS ROBINSON 15,5

TECHNICAL SHEET

2004

THE 2004 VINTAGE

A Banfi family jewel, Brunello Poggio all'Oro is produced exclusively in the great vintages.

A normal growing season starting with sufficient rainfall during spring to create good water reserves in the soil. Overall summer temperatures were lower than in recent years and, most importantly, normal patterns of more than significant variations between daytime and night temperatures returned, yielding for a slow and balanced ripening.

TASTING NOTES

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 14,5%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in combined French oak and stainless steel Horizon vats

Aging Slavonian oak casks and in French oak barriques for 30 months

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

WINE ENTHUSIAST 95 - Top 100 Wine Cellar Selections

IWSC UK  Gold (Best Buy)

INTERNATIONAL WINE REVIEW 95

THE TASTING PANEL MAGAZINE 95

RED TAMBER 3 Glasses

WINE SPECTATOR 94 

JANCIS ROBINSON 16

WINEREVIEWONLINE.COM 97

DUEMILAVINI  5 Bunches

TECHNICAL SHEET

1999

THE 1999 VINTAGE

A Banfi family jewel, Brunello Poggio all'Oro is produced exclusively in the great vintages.

TASTING NOTES

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

This wine is always outstanding but it is in vintages like the 1999 that its excellence comes out and astonishes when drinking it.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 14,5%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in steel vats

Aging Slavonian oak casks and in French oak barriques for 30 months

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

TORGIANO Gold medal

WINE & SPIRITS 94 - Best Brunello

RED TAMBER 3 Glasses

WINE ENTHUSIAST 94

DECANTER 4 stars - Bronze Medal

WINE SPECTATOR 96 - No. 8 in the Top 100

VERONELLI 3 stars

DUEMILAVINI - AIS 5 bunches

THE EXPRESS 4 bottles - 16.5

TECHNICAL SHEET

1997

THE 1997 VINTAGE

A Banfi family jewel, Brunello Poggio all'Oro is produced exclusively in the great vintages.

TASTING NOTES

A Spring frost reduced production considerably. Light rains during veraison, when the grapes turn from green to purple, allowed for good maturation and gave the vines sustenance to last through the dry month that followed. These conditions combined in a concentration of flavors and the outstanding quality of a five-star vintage.

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 13%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in steel vats

Aging Slavonian oak casks and in French oak barriques for 30 months

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

ASSOCIATION BANCO D'ASSAGGIO VINI D'ITALIA Gold medal

WINE SPECTATOR 96

WINE & SPIRITS 92

WINE NEWS 95

DUEMILAVINI  5 Bunches

TECHNICAL SHEET

1995

THE 1995 VINTAGE

A Banfi family jewel, Brunello Poggio all'Oro is produced exclusively in the great vintages.

Balanced rainfall and temperatures through late spring and early summer, followed by a relatively cool and rainy August. Excellent conditions for the pre-harvest and harvest periods.

TASTING NOTES

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 13%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in steel vats

Aging Slavonian oak casks and in French oak barriques for 30 months

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

WINE NEWS 90

CONCOURS MONDIAL BRUSSELS Gold medal

DUEMILAVINI  5 Bunches

WINE SPECTATOR 93

JAMESSUCKLING.COM 94

WINE & SPIRITS 92

RED TAMBER 3 glasses

TECHNICAL SHEET

1993

THE 1993 VINTAGE

A Banfi family jewel, Brunello Poggio all'Oro is produced exclusively in the great vintages.

A rainy spring followed by a dry and hot summer; sufficient rain in the first days of September to alleviate stress from later maturing varieties such as Brunello, without disturbing the harvest.

TASTING NOTES

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 13%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in steel vats

Aging 50% Slavonian oak casks and 50% in French oak barriques for 30 months

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

SAN FRANCISCO WINE COMPETITION Bronze medal

BEVERAGE TESTING INSTITUTE 97 - Superlatives

SANTÉ Mention

DUEMILAVINI - AIS 5 Bunches

RED TAMBER 3 Glasses

WINE SPECTATOR 93

THE WINE NEWS 92

VINALIES D'ARGENT 2000 (PARIS) Prize

WINE ENTHUSIAST 92

TECHNICAL SHEET

1990

THE 1990 VINTAGE

Abundant rainfall during the spring and a moderately warm, slightly rainy summer prevented water stress in the plants. An exceptional autumn that favoured an excellent harvest.

TASTING NOTES

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 14%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in steel vats

Aging 80% Slavonian oak casks and 20% in French oak barriques for 4 years

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

WINE SPECTATOR 95 - 41st position in the top 100

RED TAMBER 3 Glasses

TECHNICAL SHEET

1988

THE 1988 VINTAGE

A Banfi family jewel, Brunello Poggio all'Oro is produced exclusively in the great vintages.

TASTING NOTES

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 13%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in steel vats

Aging 50% Slavonian oak casks for 42 months

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

WINE SPECTATOR 90

VINARIUS Wine of the Year

RED TAMBER 3 glasses

TECHNICAL SHEET

1985

THE 1985 VINTAGE

A Banfi family jewel, Brunello Poggio all'Oro is produced exclusively in the great vintages.

TASTING NOTES

After perfect spring conditions, summer was very hot and dry. The drought continued well into the harvest season, resulting in grapes that had high concentration of fruit but some immature tannins – making a wine with great structure and body, but rustic character when young.

TECHNICAL DATA

alcohol 13%

Yield per hectare 40-50 q/ha.

Fermentation at a controlled temperature (25-30°) in steel vats

Aging 50% Slavonian oak casks for 4 and a half years

Soil area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well-structured and well-draining.

Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com

AWARDS

RED TAMBER 3 glasses

TECHNICAL SHEET