Brunello di Montalcino is a
classy wine of noble origins which first appeared in the mid-19th
century.
Montalcino is undoubtedly one
of the most suitable wine growing areas in Italy and Brunello is proof
of this.
The grapes are hand-picked
in late summer when they are perfectly ripe, beginning as early as
the end of September and continuing through to the and of October.
The charm of a complex wine
like Brunello di Montalcino derives, above all, from the ageing period,
during which the freshly-fermented wine matures and slowly absorbs
aromas and fragrances from the wood of the barrels.
The wine remains in oak for
at least 4 years and it becomes available for sale no less than five
years after the harvest.
"Villa al Cortile " Brunello
di Montalcino has a bright garnet red colour and intense, lingering,
full aromas with strong hints of ripe red fruit, vanilla. It is stylish,
harmonious and velvety on the palate with a lingering flavor.
An ideal accompaniment for
roasts, game, mature strong cheeses.
Recommended serving temperature
20°C.
GRAPE
VARIETIES:
100% Sangiovese Grosso
Brunello di Montalcino Villa al Cortile
- AWARDS:
Seal of Approval from International
Wine Challenge - 2006
Silver medal from Decanter
World Wine Awards - 2006
Red
French table wine Vieux Papes Rouge