Castelgiocondo - Frescobaldi
Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino 2019
| Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | The wine was then subjected to a long ageing period in wood, where it could mature, refine and balance itself. Only after 5 years in the cellar and further refinement over a few months in the bottle was CastelGiocondo ready to make a name for itself. |
Description
CastelGiocondo’s unique location in Montalcino, with its varied exposure and terrain – galestro, clay and Pliocene sands -offers infinite nuances to this Brunello. A multifaceted experience that evolves over time and entices one to discover, taste and remember, again and again.
Awards
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2019
95/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2019
93/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2019
92/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C.
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1300
- Oenologist: Ermanno Morlacchetti
- Bottles produced: 700.000
- Hectares: 235
The village of Castelgiocondo dominates from above the historic Frescobaldi estate in Montalcino, an ancient stronghold built in 1100 to defend the road from the sea to Siena. The property is one of the first four from which the production of Brunello di Montalcino began in 1800.
The historical importance of the estate is testified by the knight figure shown on Castelgiocondo wine labels, taken from a famous fresco by the Sienese painter Simone Martini. The artist painted Guidoriccio da Fogliano, commander of Siena's troops, who led the attack on the castle of Montemassi. A historical coincidence that saw the Frescobaldi family begin their centuries-long adventure in the world of wine at the same time as the knight's exploits. Read more
| Name | Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Castelgiocondo - Frescobaldi |
| Origin | Montalcino (Siena). |
| Harvest | The Sangiovese grapes were picked by hand and underwent a careful selection process once in the winery. |
| Wine making | Fermentation occurred in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature, with frequent pressing during the first stages. |
| Aging | The wine was then subjected to a long ageing period in wood, where it could mature, refine and balance itself. Only after 5 years in the cellar and further refinement over a few months in the bottle was CastelGiocondo ready to make a name for itself. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |
