Vineyards : The Pianrosso vineyard covers 11,69 hectares ( 27,18 acres ) which are authorised for the production of Brunello D.O.C.G.. The land is medium grain with good levels of marl, dating from the Eocene period. The altitude of this large vineyard varies from 240 to 360 metres above sea level. We select the best grapes for the production of Brunello di Montalcino
Grape varietal : 100% Sangiovese Grosso
Fermentation and refinement: in steinless steel and glass concrete vats with temperature controlled trough cooling plates
Ageing : Roughly three years in 59-85 HL Slavonian oak barrels, followed by a 4 month period of bottle ageing.
Colour : Ruby red verging towards garnet.
Organoleptic characteristics : The bouquet is characteristic with red berries accompanied by pleasant spicy notes. In the mouth this wine is warm and full bodied. The tannins are balanced, there is good acidity and great length. This elegant wine has good potential for further cellar ageing.
Service : 18° C. Open an hour before pouring and serve in crystal wine glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.
Food pairings : Grilled meat, roasted meat, game and mature cheese
