Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona
Brunello di Montalcino 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Brunello di Montalcino |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese Grosso |
| Aging | Aged for 30 months in French oak barriques, followed by bottle ageing for 12–18 months. |
- Name and vintage: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva 2019, Tuscany (Siena)
- Grapes and vineyard: 100% Sangiovese from Poggio all’Oro at 250 m, calcareous and stony soils
- Aromatic profile: truffle, tobacco, liquorice, cocoa and blackberry jam
- Ageing: 30 months in French oak barriques, then 12–18 months in bottle
- Serving and pairings: 18–20°C, decant for 1 hour; game, lamb, cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Brunello di Montalcino Poggio all’Oro Riserva Banfi is a red wine with Denomination of Controlled and Guaranteed Origin from the Tuscan region. Made from Sangiovese grapes, it stands out for its dry and elegant profile, where the full body is balanced by a lively acidity and silky tannins. The complex aromatic bouquet opens with notes of truffle, followed by hints of blackberry, liquorice and tobacco. After ageing in oak barrels, this wine offers a long and persistent finish, ideal for pairing with game, lamb and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the vineyard of the same name located on the southern slope of Montalcino, at about two hundred and fifty metres above sea level. The vines grow on stony, well-drained soils, characterised by clay sediments and fine limestone on the surface. This geological formation, combined with a microclimate with excellent temperature variations, promotes outstanding aromatic precision. Production involves a rigorous selection of bunches, chosen only when fully ripe to ensure a long ageing potential.
How it is produced
Vinification begins with temperature-controlled fermentation in steel vats. Maceration on the skins lasts for several weeks, encouraging the extraction of noble components. Subsequently, malolactic fermentation takes place in wood. The wine then matures for at least thirty months in French oak barrels, where it acquires remarkable structural depth. The process is completed with a prolonged refinement in glass, essential for definitively harmonising its organoleptic characteristics.
History and Curiosities
First created in 1985, Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio all’Oro is produced only in the most extraordinary vintages, showcasing the excellence of the Banfi estate. The 2019 vintage, thanks to a particularly sunny end to the season, allowed the selected grapes to reach perfect ripeness. This meticulous care results in a wine of immense charm, celebrated by international critics. Its prestige is confirmed by the Bibenda 5 Grappoli and 97 points from James Suckling, establishing it as a true icon of oenological excellence.
Awards
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2021
96/100
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
94/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2021
94/100
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: 1985
- Oenologist: Paolo Vagaggini
- Bottles produced: 350.000
- Hectares: 55
In 1985, with the extinction of the family line, Giuseppe Bianchini took over the property. Giuseppe Bianchini, who had already worked in the estate for many years, applied a new and avant-garde production philosophy for those years, developing and increasing production, wine quality and opening up the export of our products to the world. Unfortunately, Giuseppe passed away in February 2004, leaving the task of continuing his work to his children Paolo and Lucia. Read more
| Name | Ciacci Piccolomini Brunello di Montalcino 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese Grosso |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona |
| Story | History and Curiosities First created in 1985, Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio all’Oro is produced only in the most extraordinary vintages, showcasing the excellence of the Banfi estate. The 2019 vintage, thanks to a particularly sunny end to the season, allowed the selected grapes to reach perfect ripeness. This meticulous care results in a wine of immense charm, celebrated by international critics. Its prestige is confirmed by the Bibenda 5 Grappoli and 97 points from James Suckling, establishing it as a true icon of oenological excellence. |
| Origin | Montalcino (province of Siena), Tuscany, Italy |
| Climate | Ideal microclimate with excellent temperature ranges |
| Soil composition | Limestone-rich and stony soil, with fine limestone on the surface |
| Plants per hectare | 2100 plants per hectare |
| Yield per hectare | 40-50 quintals per hectare |
| Fermentation temperature | 27–30 °C |
| Fermentation | 14–20 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation at controlled temperature in stainless steel vats (27–30 °C) with maceration for 14–20 days; malolactic fermentation in barriques; maturation for 30 months in French oak barriques, followed by bottle ageing for 12–18 months. |
| Wine making | Fermentation at controlled temperature in stainless steel vats (around 27–30 °C) with skin maceration for 14–20 days; malolactic fermentation in barriques; maturation for 30 months in French oak barriques, followed by bottle ageing for 12–18 months. |
| Aging | Aged for 30 months in French oak barriques, followed by bottle ageing for 12–18 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |