Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2021 (BIO)

San Polo | Tuscany
Marilisa Allegrini S.r.l. | Via della Torre 23/25 | IT 37022 Fumane

29152121 · 0,75 l · 73,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

Montalcino is not a homogeneous terroir – it is a mosaic of microclimates, altitudes and soil types that produces completely different interpretations of Sangiovese within a very small area. San Polo is situated in the south-east, on the Podernovi hill, where the extinct volcano Monte Amiata shields the vineyards from hot sirocco winds and has left behind pyroclastic deposits that lend the Sangiovese a mineral character found in very few other vineyards. At an altitude of 450 metres, the estate is one of the cooler areas within the appellation – significant temperature variations between day and night enhance the aromatics and acidity, whilst the dry summer conditions concentrate the berries without causing them stress.

The entry-level Brunello brings together grapes from the estate's historic core plots: vineyards planted between 1990 and 2000 which have now reached the level of maturity that makes great Sangiovese possible. The winemaking process follows the principle of restraint: fermentation in concrete, malolactic fermentation and thirty months' ageing in large oak casks ranging from 1,000 to 4,000 Liters– vessels that allow the wine to breathe without overpowering it with woody aromas. A further six months' bottle ageing completes the integration.

A brilliant ruby red with garnet-red highlights; on the nose, Amarena cherries and raspberries, underpinned by hibiscus blossom and a hint of tobacco. On the palate, the elegance for which San Polo is renowned unfolds: pronounced yet never coarse tannins, lively acidity and a depth that speaks of the terroir, not the cellar. A Brunello from a very good vintage that showcases what this south-eastern slope has to offer – and which nevertheless leaves you looking forward to the single-vineyard wines yet to come. SUPERIORE.DE

"An intense, sparkling ruby red with violet hues. On the nose, enchanting fruit notes of cherry, raspberry and redcurrant, with hints of thyme and marzipan in the background. On the palate, it is powerful, with ripe tannins, a lively acidity and final balanced, lingering final." Falstaff

"Rich notes of air-dried meat, mushrooms, sage and tobacco, paired with juicy red cherries, flint and wet stones, lead to a delicate finish." Decanter

"The 2021 Brunello di Montalcino, produced from organically grown grapes, opens with a generous and complex bouquet that highlights dark fruits, spices, blue flowers, grilled herbs and a hint of freshly harvested white pepper. It aptly expresses the Sangiovese and the nuances of the vintage. Following fermentation in concrete tanks and 30 months' ageing in oak barrels, the wine gains clarity and precision without excessive oak influence. On the palate, it is powerful, with plenty of vigour in the mid-palate, chalky tannins and a dry finish underpinned by a bright freshness. The grapes come from the San Polo vineyards, which face south-east and south-west and are situated on limestone and clay soils." Wine Advocate

"On the nose: plums, red berries, cherries and cedar. Medium to full-bodied with fine, creamy, velvety tannins and a long, flavourful finish. A rich wine that displays energy and focus. Made from organically grown grapes. It still needs two or three more vintages to develop fully, but it is already very juicy and flavourful." James Suckling

"Deep and multifaceted, this red delivers cherry, blackberry, black currant and violet aromas and flavors. Shaded with wild herb and underbrush notes and backed by a solid structure. This is balanced and long, with plenty of fruit and savory elements on the extended aftertaste." Wine Spectator