Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG - Biondi-Santi

In the glass, the Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG - Biondi-Santi shines in a deep, dense ruby red with slight brick-red reflections at the rim. The nose unfolds a multilayered bouquet of ripe sour cherries, dried dates and dark berries, interwoven with fine hints of oak, tobacco and delicate spice. The aroma is precise, noble and inviting.

On the palate, this red wine is powerful yet elegant. The fruit of sour cherry and date comes through clearly, accompanied by notes of tobacco leaf, cedarwood and subtle toasted nuances from the oak. The structure is firm, with pronounced, lively acidity and finely polished yet perceptible tannins that give the wine a long, noble backbone. The body is dense, concentrated and silky at the same time.

The texture glides velvety across the tongue, while the tannins provide grip and tension. The lively acidity brings freshness and depth, and the finish is exceptionally long and multilayered. Notes of dried fruit, cherry stone, light balsamic nuances and spicy wood linger for a long time.

This iconic Brunello is made from Sangiovese Grosso, often called “Brunello” in Montalcino. The terroir surrounding the legendary Villa Greppo in Tuscany shapes the character of this wine through its combination of elevation, temperature variations and stony soils.

• Wine type: red wine, dry, single-varietal
• Grape variety: Sangiovese Grosso
• Origin: Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
• Alcohol content: 14% vol.
• Award: Falstaff – 95 points
• Closure: traditional natural cork
• Ingredients: contains sulfites and sulfur dioxide

The style is thoroughly classic: a Brunello with clear fruit, expressive spice, firm structure and impressive depth, created for long ageing and great moments.

1. Intense ruby red with brick-red reflections
2. Multilayered nose with sour cherry, date and tobacco
3. Complex palate, powerful and finely balanced
4. Elegant tannins, fresh acidity, very long finish
5. Classic interpretation of Sangiovese Grosso from Montalcino

Production of the Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG - Biondi-Santi

The grapes for the Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG - Biondi-Santi come from selected plots surrounding the historic Villa Greppo in Montalcino. The vineyards are situated at elevations with optimal sun exposure and cool nights. The combination of a Mediterranean climate and altitude ensures slow, even ripening of the grapes.

The soils consist of calcareous marl, clay and stony inclusions. This soil structure provides excellent drainage and gives the wine its mineral character and tension. Yields are deliberately kept low, and the grapes display great aromatic concentration.

The harvest is traditionally carried out by hand. The berries are carefully selected before arriving at the winery; only flawless grapes make their way into this Riserva. Each plot undergoes vinification separately so that the character of the individual sites can be expressed with precision.

Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled tanks, allowing the must to develop its fruit and structure intensely. This is followed by extended maceration on the skins, which gives the Riserva its color, tannin and depth.

The wine matures for several years in traditional large oak barrels made from Slavonian oak. This slow ageing in wood ensures an exceptionally fine integration of the tannins, delicate toasted notes and impressive complexity without overshadowing the elegance of the Sangiovese fruit.

After its time in barrel, the wine matures for several more months in the bottle before leaving the cellar. This additional resting period gives it harmonious balance and a noble, mature interplay of aromas displaying the typical notes of great, classic Brunello vintages.

The style of the Biondi-Santi estate is regarded as a benchmark for traditional Brunello. The focus is on finesse, longevity, clarity and terroir expression rather than overt opulence. The winemaker pursues uncompromising quality in the vineyard and cellar, with the aim of making Montalcino’s unmistakable identity perceptible in every bottle.

Serving recommendations for the Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG - Biondi-Santi

As a food pairing, the Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG - Biondi-Santi reveals its great strength. Its firm structure and elegant red-fruit profile harmonize beautifully with sophisticated cuisine.

• Fine beef dishes, such as Bistecca alla Fiorentina
• Braised lamb with Mediterranean herbs
• Game dishes such as roe deer or venison with dark sauces
• Truffle dishes and aged hard cheeses from Italy
• Mushroom risotto or tagliatelle with porcini mushrooms

As an accompaniment to festive occasions, this Brunello reveals its full grandeur. Gala dinners, anniversaries, elegant family celebrations or quiet evenings for two receive an exceptional, stylish highlight from an opened bottle. The wine fits perfectly into the atmosphere of enjoyable, focused conversations and accompanies lengthy menus from the main course through to aged cheese.

The ideal serving temperature is around 17 to 18 degrees Celsius. Careful aeration in a decanter a few hours before serving reveals the full aromatic depth and allows the tannin and fruit to appear even more harmonious.

This Brunello shows enormous ageing potential. Stored in a cool, dark cellar at a consistent temperature, with the bottles lying on their sides, it preserves its quality for many years. With increasing maturity, additional notes of leather, undergrowth, dried herbs and refined spice develop, further enriching the already complex aromatic spectrum.

Whether as a gift for discerning wine lovers, the centerpiece of your own collection or a grand bottle for special moments: the Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG - Biondi-Santi embodies the essence of classic Tuscan winemaking tradition in its noblest form.

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