BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO D.O.C.G. RISERVA
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- 100% Sangiovese Grosso (a.k.a. Brunello)
- Arid and stony soil, altitude of 310 meters (about 1,000 feet) with south-east exposure
- Growing system is "Spurred Cordon". The vines have an average age of 18 years. All the grapes are hand picked and carefully selected
- Aged in large capacity oak casks for 36 months, followed by 12 months in French barriques (Allier); refined in the bottle for 8-10 months
- Produced only in exceptional vintages. Average production of about 250 six-packs (750 ml.)
- Distinct aromas of ripe blackberries with a hint of minerality from the skillful use of oak
- Decisive on the palate, with prominent, well-crafted tannins. The progression of flavors is supported by good alcohol and dense texture
- Ratings by Vintage:
- 1997: Wine Spectator 93
- 1998: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Red Glasses
- 1999: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Red Glasses; Wine Spectator 92
- 2001: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses; Wine Spectator 93; Wine Enthusiast 89
- 2003: Wine Spectator 90; Wine Enthusiast 90
- 2004: Wine Spectator 94
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BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO D.O.C.G.
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- 100% Sangiovese Grosso (a.k.a. Brunello)
- Arid and stony soil, altitude of 310 meters (about 1,000 feet) with south-east exposure
- Growing system is "Spurred Cordon". The vines have an average age of 18 years. All the grapes are hand picked and carefully selected
- Aged in large capacity oak casks and French barriques (Allier) for 36 months, refined in the bottle for 6-8 months
- Average annual production of about 1,500 six-packs (750 ml.)
- Intense ruby red color with persistent bouquet of wild cherry, red jam and coffee. Tannic and soft, offers complexity, density and character
- Ratings by Vintage:
- 1996: Wine Spectator 90
- 1997: Wine Spectator 91; Decanter Highly Recommended
- 1998: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia: Two Glasses
- 1998: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia: Two Glasses
- 1999: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses; Wine Spectator 90; Wine Enthusiast 95
- 2000: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses
- 2001: Wine Enthusiast 92; Vinitaly Grand Mention
- 2004: Wine Spectator 91: Wine Enthusiast 89
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"ALCINEO" TOSCANA I.G.T. SANGIOVESE GROSSO SUPER TUSCAN
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- 100% Sangiovese Grosso
- Arid and stony soil, altitude of 310 meters (about 1,000 feet) with south-east exposure
- Growing system is "Spurred Cordon". The vines have an average age of 16 years. All the grapes are hand picked and carefully selected
- Aged in French barriques (Allier) for 16-18 months, refined in the bottle for 10 months
- Average annual production of about 500 six-packs (750 ml.)
- Spicy and cedary nose, with hints of strawberry, cherry and leather
- Delicate ripeness and long finish match the full-bodied texture
- Ratings by Vintage:
- 2000: Parker 90; Decanter Highly Recommended
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ROSSO DI MONTALCINO D.O.C.
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- 100% Sangiovese Grosso
- Arid and stony soil, altitude of 310 meters (about 1,000 feet) with south-east exposure
- Growing system is "Spurred Cordon". The vines have an average age of 14 years. All the grapes are hand picked and carefully selected
- Aged in large capacity oak casks for 10-12 months, refined in the bottle for 3-6 months
- Average annual production of about 1,500 six-packs (750 ml.)
- Fruity bouquet with rich, intense and persistent aromas
- The balanced structure and complex texture does not diminish the freshness of this young wine
- Ratings by Vintage:
- 2006: Gambero Rosso Vini d'Italia Two Glasses
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