Tenute Silvio Nardi
Brunello di Montalcino 2020
| Denomination | DOCG Brunello di Montalcino |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | 12 months in second-use French oak barriques, followed by 12 months in large Slavonian oak casks, then aged in bottle for at least 6 months |
| Other years | 2018 , 2019 , 2008 |
- Name and grape: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG made from 100% Sangiovese
- Vintage and alcohol content: 2020 harvest, 14.5% vol
- Ageing in wood: 12 months in French barriques followed by 12 months in Slavonian oak barrels
- Aroma: notes of wild berries and anise, with a slight hint of vanilla
- Serving: 18-20°C, 1 hour in a decanter. Ideal with roasts, game and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Silvio Nardi Brunello di Montalcino is a still red wine that embodies the winemaking identity of Tuscany. Produced by Silvio Nardi exclusively from Sangiovese grapes, it presents an intense ruby red colour enriched with elegant garnet highlights. On the nose, it develops a complex aromatic profile, characterised by ethereal notes of wild berries, anise and a delicate hint of vanilla. On the palate, it is warm and structured, with present yet smooth tannins. The remarkable persistence of flavour and lively acidity make it the ideal companion for roast meats and fine game.
Where it comes from
This prestigious wine is born among the hills of Montalcino. The vineyards are situated at around 350 metres above sea level, with north-west and south-east exposures that favour balanced ripening of the grapes. The soil composition, rich in jasper and clay schist, gives the aromatic profile extreme clarity and a well-defined texture. The rows, cultivated using the spurred cordon method, are tended to enhance the authentic expression of Sangiovese typical of this outstanding region.
How it is produced
The production process begins with the manual harvesting of the grapes in the third week of September. In the winery, fermentation and maceration take place over twenty days at a controlled temperature to extract colour and define structure. The wine then matures for twelve months in second-use French oak barrels, followed by another year in large Slavonian oak casks. A further six months of bottle ageing completes the cycle, ensuring this wine has extraordinary longevity and a complex ability to evolve over time.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1950, the family-run winery Tenute Silvio Nardi embodies Tuscan winemaking excellence. This prestigious Brunello di Montalcino DOCG from 2020 is crafted from carefully selected Sangiovese grapes, hand-picked at an altitude of 350 metres. The authentic expression of a terroir rich in jasper and clay schist gives the wine a complex elegance, celebrated by the most renowned international critics. An oenological masterpiece of extraordinary longevity, it succeeds in uniting deep-rooted tradition with uncompromising quality.
Awards
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2020
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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2020
93/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
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 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Tenute Silvio Nardi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1950, the family-run winery Tenute Silvio Nardi embodies Tuscan winemaking excellence. This prestigious Brunello di Montalcino DOCG from 2020 is crafted from carefully selected Sangiovese grapes, hand-picked at an altitude of 350 metres. The authentic expression of a terroir rich in jasper and clay schist gives the wine a complex elegance, celebrated by the most renowned international critics. An oenological masterpiece of extraordinary longevity, it succeeds in uniting deep-rooted tradition with uncompromising quality. |
| Origin | From various vineyards located in the municipality of Montalcino (SI), at about 350 metres above sea level |
| Soil composition | Jasper and clayey schists |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon |
| Plants per hectare | 5500 |
| Harvest | Hand-picked into crates, from the third week of September. |
| Fermentation temperature | < 30 °C |
| Fermentation | 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 | 12 months in second-use French oak barriques, followed by 12 months in large Slavonian oak casks, then aged in bottle for at least 6 months |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |