6 Brunello di Montalcino, Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona

BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO

D.O.C.G.

Vineyard

8 Ha with soil of medium grain with good levels of marl dating to the Eocene period. The altitude of the vineyards varies from 240 to 360 meters above sea level

Grape varietal

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets

Ageing

More than 24 months in 20-75 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 8 months of bottle refinement

Colour

Ruby red verging on garnet

Organoleptic characteristics

The bouquet is intense, fruit-forward, spicy and floral with hints of red berry fruits enriched by delicate spicy notes. Warm, soft and very well balanced on the palate; well structured with soft tannins and long aftertaste

Service

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature

Food pairings

Great companion to roasted and stewed game meat. Excellent with mature cheeses and traditional hand-made pasta featuring red meat and game ragout

Technical notes

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting by a hologram on the capsule