Brunello di Montalcino Banfi

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG • Tuscany • Banfi
Category
Red Wines
Winery
Banfi
Region
Tuscany
Alcohol
14%
Vinification
Alcoholic fermentation and maceration in wooden vats for 10-12 days
Aging
24 months in big oak barrels and in French barriques
Grape varieties
Sangiovese 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

Among the most celebrated expressions of its category, this Brunello di Montalcino DOCG showcases exceptional craftsmanship. With 14% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Sangiovese 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. The fruit is sourced from vineyards grapes from 170 hectared of vines in the Southern Montalcino at 220 m above sea level, in sandy and calcareous soil. Yeld of 65 q/ha. Vinification: alcoholic fermentation and maceration in wooden vats for 10-12 days. The wine is aged 24 months in big oak barrels and in French barriques. A wine true to the storied winemaking heritage of Tuscany.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Wild boar ragu
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese
🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game

About Tuscany Wine Region

From the rolling hills of Chianti to the coastal Maremma, Tuscany's diverse terroir produces wines of exceptional character and aging potential.

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