Gianni Brunelli - Rosso di Montalcino 2023 750ml D.O.C. (13% ABV)
Gianni Brunelli, a man of many interests, established "Osteria Le Logge" in Siena (which has become one of the top restaurants of the city). In 1987 Gianni returned to Montalcino and purchased Le Chiuse di Sotto, an estate that had belonged to his father Dino, with two hectares of vineards standing at 200 meters above sea level in the northern part of the area. In 1989 Sangiovese for the production of Brunello and of Rosso started being grown again. The vines of a small plot are still the original ones planted by Dino in 1947. The "Podernovone" estate was subsequently purchased. The property has a magnificent view on Monte Amiata and is endowed with 4.5 hectares standing at 350 meters above sea level, mainly Sangiovese with a small percentage of Merlot (that goes into the IGT/proprietary wine "Amor Costante"). The soil of Podernovone, made up of calcareous-marly schists, reflects light and heat thus favouring the ripening of the grapes. The different climate of the two properties (fresh and airy at Le Chiuse di Sotto with a lot of rain in the summer and warmer and ventilated at Podernovone) results in complex and elegant wines. After Gianni passed away in 2008, his wife Laura, who already used to work with him at the estates and at the restaurant, takes care of the production and of the marketing of the wines. Paolo Vagaggini, one of the major experts of Sangiovese, is the winemaker. The vineyards are followed directly by Laura Brunelli with the supervision of an agronomist, a friend of hers. Sustainable viticulture is pursued.
organic farming, 100% Sangiovese, no "mini Brunello", this is a legit declassified Brunello / 2nd wine
100% Sangiovese blended from Laura Brunelli’s two vineyard parcels, both of which are classified to produce Brunello: Podernovone at 500 meters above sea level, with a south west exposition planted in 1998; and Le Chiuse di Sotto in Canalicchio with a north-east exposure planted in 1989
Maceration on the skins for 18 days
Aged 10 months in Slavonian oak casks of 5-25 hectoliters
92 pts JD
Vibrant red, the 2022 Rosso Di Montalcino takes on aromas of grenadine, apricot, tangerine, and pressed flowers. This medium-bodied Rosso remains pure and focused, with lovely balance in its fruit. It has fine tannins and is graceful, with a refined texture on the palate. Harmonious in its feel, it is fantastically balanced and is going to have a wide drinking window over the coming 10 years. Approximately 10,000 bottles were produced."
 a pure, terroir-driven expression of Sangiovese, crafted with the same attention to detail as the estate’s Brunello. Sourced from younger vines in the high-altitude Podernovone vineyard and the historic Le Chiuse di Sotto site ... balances elegance and energy ... delivers exceptional freshness and early drinkability without sacrificing depth.
Lively red cherry, raspberry, and crushed rose petals lead the way, followed by subtle hints of tobacco, wild herbs, and spice.  bright and silky, with fine tannins and a core of refreshing acidity that keeps everything precise and lifted...carries the estate’s signature finesse and complexity.
Tuscan fare—pasta with ragù, grilled meats, aged pecorino
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