Collemattoni Brunello di Montalcino Riserva

Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG

Vigna Fontelontano

This wine represents the peak of production.
All the Sangiovese used to produce this Riserva comes from the Fontelontano vineyard.
The name Fontelontano comes from the presence of a nearby water spring where people used to go to get water in the past.
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Fontelontano is made only in the best vintages.

Grapes: Sangiovese from the Fontelontano vineyard (about half a hectare)

Vinification: destemming, soft pressing, fermentation

in stainless steel at a controlled temperature of 28°-30°C,

maceration on the skins for about 20-25 days with

extraction technique carried out with delestage (one per week)

and replacements that are reduced during the process

Aging method: 36 months in 5HL French oak barrels.

followed by another 18 months of aging in bottle

Aging potential: 10-25 years depending on vintage

Color: deep ruby red with light garnet highlights

Nose: hints of black fruits, vanilla and spices such as white pepper.

Palate: dry, enveloping, austere but velvety.

Pairings: The elegance of this wine, thanks also to its structure,

makes it a meditation wine. It also pairs well with

all the great dishes of the Tuscan tradition: first courses

such as lasagna, pinci with wild boar ragout, main courses a

based game, braised meats and aged cheeses.

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