Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Col D'Orcia
Label Name:
 
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Vintage:
 
2018
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Montalcino, Tuscany
Volume:
 
5000ml
ABV:
 
14.5%
Grape(s):
 
100% Sangiovese (Brunello clone)
Method:
 
Hand-harvested Sangiovese; 18–20 day fermentation in temperature-controlled shallow stainless steel with délestage; aged ~3 years in large Slavonian and Allier oak casks, followed by at least 12 months bottle aging.
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
5
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18
Tasting Note:
 
Bright ruby with ripe cherry, raspberry and violets, edged by thyme, smoked spice and mineral notes. Juicy, concentrated palate with firm polished tannins and a long, savory, flinty finish.
Food Pairing:
 
Western: grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, roasted lamb, beef ragu, aged Pecorino or Parmesan. Asian: Peking duck, char siu (Cantonese roasted pork), Korean BBQ (galbi), rich duck or lamb curries (milder styles).
Vineyard Info:
 
Col d'Orcia, historic estate near Sant'Angelo in Colle owned by the Marone Cinzano family since 1973. Certified organic since 2010; south-facing vineyards overlooking the Orcia river.
Awards/Ratings:
 
Wine Spectator 94 (Jun 30, 2023); Falstaff 94; James Suckling 93 (Dec 11, 2022); Decanter 93; Vinous 93; Jeb Dunnuck 93; Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 93