Banfi Rosso di Montalcino 2016

Banfi Rosso di Montalcino 2016

Banfi, 0,75 l - 13.50%
100% Sangiovese

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Tuscany - Italy
Red still

How to serve

Serve at:

14 -16°C.

Longevity:

05 - 10 years

Glass:
Young Red Wines
Banfi Rosso di Montalcino 2016

Colour

Intense ruby red.

Bouquet

Fresh and fruity, with typical varietal notes of cherry and blackberry, eriched by more complex hints of licorice, tobacco and hazelnut.

Flavour

Large and soft structure, showing a surprisingly long finish.

Pairing

Ideal accompaniment to red meat and savory game, as well as perfect match to medium-aged cheeses.

Meat
Game
Cheese

Features

Name Banfi Rosso di Montalcino 2016
Type Red still
Classification DOC Rosso di Montalcino
Year 2016
Size 0,75 l Standard
Alcohol content 13.50% by volume
Grape varieties 100% Sangiovese
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Climate Altitude: 210-220 meters above sea level. Position: Hillside.
Soil composition Yellowish brown color, sandy topsoil, coarse, calcareous; substract of sea sediment originating from the Pliocene age. Abundant rounded rocks.
Cultivation system Spurred cordon
No. plants per hectare 4.200 vines/ha
Yield per hectare 70 q.li/ha
Fermentation period 7-10 days
Vinification The grape harvest is followed by a medium maceration of 7-10 days.
Ageing After an aging period of 12 months in French oak barriques, the wine is properly bottle-aged.
Allergens Contains sulphites
Pairing Ideal accompaniment to red meat and savory game, as well as perfect match to medium-aged cheeses.

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Vintage

Robert Parker
88/100 
2016
Veronelli
 
2 red stars - A high quality wine with distinctive character 2016
xtraWine
88/100 
2016
James Suckling
91/100 
2018
James Suckling
91/100 
2017
James Suckling
90/100 
2014
James Suckling
91/100 
2013
Wine Spectator
88/100 
2012
Wine Spectator
88/100 
2011
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