2019 Fattoria Poggio di Sotto Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

Very long, concentrated and exciting Brunello di Montalcino from an Iconic Vintage

"Medium ruby red colour. Very restrained nose with just a hint of minerals. Elegant palate that is still firmly closed, yet supple and finely balanced with grainy but fine tannins. Very long, concentrated and exciting."
-Jancis Robinson

The 2019 Brunello from Poggio di Sotto is a remarkable expression of winemaking artistry. Its vibrant, clear garnet hue immediately captures the eye. The bouquet unfolds in layers, offering a captivating mix of cherry, autumn spices, exotic blossoms, candied orange zest, forest floor, hints of white smoke, and wild berries. On the palate, it reveals a seamless balance, exuding softness and purity, with sweet cherry and raspberry notes creating a symphony of flavors. Firm tannins and lively acidity add structure and finesse, making it a quintessential representation of Montalcino. A harmonious blend of tradition and modernity, this wine promises an exciting evolution over time.

• Gambero Rosso: 3 Glasses
• Jancis Robinson: 17,5 points
• Wine Advocate: 98+ points
• Aged 30 months in large Slavonian oak barrel

Food Pairing: Strong game dishes, dark meat, grilled or roasted meat, cheese well matured - Serving temperature18‑20 °C

Cellaring: Up to 2049

STORY BEHIND THE WINE

"A textbook-perfect year, for both climate and grape crop; together with 2016, 2019 is an iconic vintage, in which the Sangiovese at Montalcino expressed its quality potential to the fullest degree. The harvest took place in its “classic” period, early September through the initial third of October. As is customary on the estate, obsessive attention was paid to harvesting each individual parcel at absolutely peak ripeness, which allowed us to produce wines with significant longevity, still quite young and fresh even after their long maturation in the ovals."

-Leonardo Berti, Winemaker