Tenute Silvio Nardi
Brunello di Montalcino 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Brunello di Montalcino |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | Aged for 12 months in second-use French oak barriques, followed by 12 months in large Slavonian oak casks, and subsequently refined in the bottle for at least 6 months. |
| Other years | 2019 , 2008 , 2020 |
- Origin: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, 100% Sangiovese from Tenute Silvio Nardi.
- Vineyards: At 350m altitude on jasper and clay schist soils, with spur cordon training.
- Vinification: Maceration for at least 20 days at controlled temperature (<30°C).
- Ageing: 12 months in barriques, 12 months in Slavonian oak casks and at least 6 months in bottle.
- Tasting notes: Hints of wild berries. Ideal with red meats. 94 pts. James Suckling.
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Brunello di Montalcino by Tenute Silvio Nardi is a still red wine of great character, made from Sangiovese grapes. This wine displays a clean and complex aromatic profile, with prominent notes of wild berries and anise, accompanied by a delicate hint of vanilla. On the palate, it is warm and structured, supported by soft tannins that ensure remarkable persistence. An authentic expression of the region, it has a marked aptitude for long ageing.
Where it comes from
This structured red originates in the hilly area of Montalcino, from vineyards situated at around 350 metres above sea level. The soils, composed of jasper and clay schist, give the wine a pronounced depth of flavour. The vines are trained using the spurred cordon system, ensuring optimal development of the grape clusters. The landscape conditions allow the Sangiovese to achieve consistent ripening, ideal for the harvest, which usually begins from the third week of September.
How it is produced
After careful harvesting, the Sangiovese grapes undergo fermentation with skin maceration for at least twenty days at a controlled temperature. Maturation begins with twelve months in second-use French oak barrels, followed by a further year in large Slavonian oak casks. A final period of ageing defines the ruby red colour with garnet highlights, completing the aromatic profile. This process forges an elegant character, excellent when paired with mature cheeses, red meats and game.
History and Curiosities
The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG from Tenute Silvio Nardi embodies pure Tuscan excellence, born from Sangiovese grapes grown at an altitude of 350 metres on soils rich in jasper. Thanks to expert maturation in oak, divided between French barriques and large Slavonian casks, the wine develops a deep and complex character. This lengthy ageing gives it an imposing structure and enveloping tannins, enhancing elegant notes of wild berries and ethereal hints. Awarded 94 points by James Suckling, it celebrates the authentic tradition of the region.
Awards
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2021
94/100
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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2021
89/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1954
- Oenologist: Mario Pisanu, Davide Crastus
- Bottles produced: 250.000
- Hectares: 80
In 1958, when the Brunello Consortium didn't exist yet and Montalcino was but a small unknown village, the first Brunello bottle came from the cellars of Casale del Bosco. Today, we can affirm that Silvio Nardi was the first "foreigner" to invest in the Montalcino.
In 1962, the Manachiara Estate was bought, with its 40 hectares of vineyards, near Castelnuovo dell'Abate, 25 km from Casale del Bosco. The Manachiara vineyards give their name today to the company's precious Brunello cru of the same name.
In 1967 Silvio Nardi was one of the founders of the Brunello di Montalcino wine Consortium.
In 1990 Emilia Nardi, Silvio's youngest daughter, took over the management of the company. She introduced radical changes in the process of wine production and company management and embarked on a process of restructuring both the vineyards and the cellar, choosing to combine tradition with scientific research. Read more
| Name | Silvio Nardi Brunello di Montalcino 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Tenute Silvio Nardi |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG from Tenute Silvio Nardi embodies pure Tuscan excellence, born from Sangiovese grapes grown at an altitude of 350 metres on soils rich in jasper. Thanks to expert maturation in oak, divided between French barriques and large Slavonian casks, the wine develops a deep and complex character. This lengthy ageing gives it an imposing structure and enveloping tannins, enhancing elegant notes of wild berries and ethereal hints. Awarded 94 points by James Suckling, it celebrates the authentic tradition of the region. |
| Origin | From various vineyards located in the municipality of Montalcino (SI) |
| Soil composition | Jasper and clay schists |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon |
| Plants per hectare | 5500 |
| Harvest | From the third week of September |
| Fermentation temperature | < 30 °C |
| Fermentation | At least 20 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation and maceration for at least 20 days at a controlled temperature (< 30 °C) |
| Wine making | Fermentation and maceration for at least 20 days at a controlled temperature (< 30 °C). |
| Aging | Aged for 12 months in second-use French oak barriques, followed by 12 months in large Slavonian oak casks, and subsequently refined in the bottle for at least 6 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |