Brunello di Montalcino 2016 - Casisano

Italy

Wine: Brunello di Montalcino
Variety composition: 100% Sangiovese Grosso.
Denomination: D.O.C.G.
Alcoholic strength: 13.5% vol.
Vintage: 2016.
Production area: Podere Casisano - Montalcino.
Altitude: 480 m a.s.l.
Soil type: of various origins, rich in skeleton and marl.
Climate: very windy.
Training system: spurred cordon.
Maceration: traditional method with maceration on the skins for about 25 days.
Aging: 3 years in Slavonian oak barrels with a maximum capacity of 60 hl. Bottle aging for at least 6 months.
Serving temperature: 18 ° C.
2015 vintage: winter with little rain, there were no frosts and no snow. A Spring characterized by average rains and hot summers with little rainfall. Autumn saw the rains alternate with days of good weather and excellent temperature variations. The harvested grapes immediately showed a remarkable complexity in aromas and elegance of tannins. Of considerable importance was the natural acidity, above average. A vintage of the highest and rare quality level.