Le Chiuse
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 36 months in 25-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels. |
- Name and grape variety: Organic Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, 100% Sangiovese
- Vintage and alcohol: 2021, 14.5% vol; still red wine from Tuscany, Montalcino area
- Ageing: 36 months in 25-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels
- Aromas and flavour: notes of red fruits, jam, undergrowth and vanilla; dry and persistent taste
- Ratings: 96 Decanter, 96 Robert Parker, 93 James Suckling, 5 stars FIS
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Brunello di Montalcino produced by Le Chiuse is an organic still red wine that expresses the character of Sangiovese with great precision. Distinguished by a lively garnet red colour, it reveals a broad and ethereal bouquet. The aromatic profile stands out for its notes of small red fruits and jam, intertwined with hints of undergrowth and a delicate touch of vanilla. On the palate, it is dry and harmonious, supported by a balanced structure that defines its structured style. The remarkable aromatic persistence demonstrates an excellent capacity for ageing, offering an enveloping drinking experience.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in Tuscany, on the hills of Montalcino, at the heart of the renowned Brunello di Montalcino area. The Le Chiuse winery manages its vineyards according to the principles of organic and sustainable agriculture, carefully preserving the vitality of the soil. In this ideal environment, the vines benefit from optimal agronomic conditions, allowing for grapes of the highest quality. The result is a classic profile, capable of faithfully translating the territory into a deep sip with a strong territorial identity.
How it is produced
The vinification, overseen by oenologist Valentino Ciarla, adheres to organic principles. The wine undergoes a long ageing process in Slavonian oak barrels for thirty-six months, an essential step to harmonise the tannic structure and flavour balance. To enhance its complexity, it is recommended to aerate the wine at least an hour before serving, at a temperature between eighteen and twenty degrees. At the table, its structure pairs perfectly with red meats and game, and it is also ideal for accompanying mature cheeses and elaborate dishes.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1987, the Le Chiuse winery showcases Tuscan excellence through this organic Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. From its nine hectares of vineyard, oenologist Valentino Ciarla creates a pure Sangiovese of rare elegance. The authenticity of the 2021 vintage is expressed through a 36-month maturation in Slavonian oak, which ensures exceptional longevity. This fine production of 40,000 bottles has been celebrated by international critics with prestigious awards, including 96 points from Robert Parker.
Awards
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2021
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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2021
97/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2021
95/100
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: 1987
- Oenologist: Valentino Ciarla
- Bottles produced: 40.000
- Hectares: 9
Ferruccio’s son Tancredi bequeathed Le Chiuse and two other properties to his daughter Fiorella, urging her never to sell the estate because it was there that the grapes for the famous Brunello Riserva originated. From then on Fiorella leased the farms to her brother Franco, owner of the renowned Il Greppo estate, who cultivated the vineyards and vinified the grapes until 1990. When Fiorella died in 1986, her daughter Simonetta Valiani, who inherited her grandfather Tancredi’s love for the land and passion for wine, began to produce her own Brunello from Le Chiuse. With great dedication, she worked with her husband Nicolò Magnelli and son Lorenzo in restoring the estate buildings and chapel, constructing an underground cellar and planting new vineyards. Read more
| Name | Le Chiuse Brunello di Montalcino 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic 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 | Le Chiuse |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1987, the Le Chiuse winery showcases Tuscan excellence through this organic Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. From its nine hectares of vineyard, oenologist Valentino Ciarla creates a pure Sangiovese of rare elegance. The authenticity of the 2021 vintage is expressed through a 36-month maturation in Slavonian oak, which ensures exceptional longevity. This fine production of 40,000 bottles has been celebrated by international critics with prestigious awards, including 96 points from Robert Parker. |
| Origin | Montalcino (SI) |
| Production technique | Ageing for 36 months in 25-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels |
| Wine making | Vinified according to the principles of organic farming; after vinification, aged for 36 months in 25-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels. |
| Aging | Aged for 36 months in 25-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels. |
| Year production | 40000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |