Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello is Montalcino’s signature wine, made entirely from Sangiovese grapes (Brunello is the local, but unofficial, name for Sangiovese). Palazzo is a traditionally-made Brunello (large oak only) from the South-Eastern part of the production area. It has an intense ruby red color, which tends towards garnet with age.
Scented, high-toned aromas of red berries, sweet spices and flowers, with a note of candied red cherry emerging with air. Fine-grained and floral, offering excellent energy and lift in the mouth, and attractive inner-mouth perfume to its red berry flavors. Finishes clean and persistent, with smooth tannins. Ideal with roasted or grilled meats, hearty pasta dishes and seasoned cheese.
VARIETAL
100% Sangiovese Grosso
OENOLOGIST
Fabrizio Ciufoli
TOTAL PRODUCTION
14,000 bottles
AGING
Aged for 36-40 months in large Slavonian oak casks. 6-8 months in bottle.
VINEYARDS
Montalcino
Vinification
Harvest takes place towards the end of September and beginning of October, the grapes are picked by hand. Vinification in steel vats of 35/45hl; maceration lasts approx. 18/20 days at a controlled temperature of 30°C (86F).
ORIENTATION South-East
ALTITUDE 1050 ft
TYPE OF PLANTING Spurred cordon
SOIL Dry and stony
TYPE OF CULTIVATION Sustainable
ALCOHOL CONTENT 14.5%