Argiano Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018
Argiano Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018
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Considered the best Brunello of the year 2018, Argiano´s Brunello from 100% Sangiovese is an extraordinary wine, suitable for important combinations with main courses of red meats, roasted, stewed or with noble game. "For its traditional expression of Brunello, its quality and its value, Argiano Brunello di Montalcino 2018 is not only a leading representation of the region, it’s our Wine of the Year" - Wine Spectator
Grape variety: Sangiovese
Vinification: Harvest takes place strictly at the end of September with the perfect ripening of the grapes. Vinification involves spontaneous fermentation for about two weeks in steel tanks at a controlled temperature with macerations designed to extract color and above all the strong aromatic charge. Malolactic fermentation in cement. Aging takes about 30 months in Slavonian oak barrels of different capacity (10/15/30/50 Hl). Bottling in April / May following the most propitious phases of the moon. Long bottle aging.
Tasting notes: An intense ruby color. Perfume has notes of plum and morello cherry typical of Brunello, but also a slight spiciness, with well integrated wood. Taste In the mouth expresses a great liveliness and energy. Well integrated tannins.
Food pairing: red meat, roasted or stewed, noble game.
Alcohol content: 14% vol.
Serving temperature: 16-18°C
Awards: Wine Spectator 95/100, Robert Parker 93/100, James Suckling 94/100