Wine style
Wine style
Tuscan Brunello di Montalcino
Tuscan Brunello di Montalcino
Tuscan Brunello di Montalcino
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Italy
Think of this as Chianti's older, richer uncle who drives a Ferrari and wears bespoke suits. It takes Sangiovese to its absolute limit of power and longevity, offering a deep, complex experience that demands patience before opening.
Think of this as Chianti's older, richer uncle who drives a Ferrari and wears bespoke suits. It takes Sangiovese to its absolute limit of power and longevity, offering a deep, complex experience that demands patience before opening.
Think of this as Chianti's older, richer uncle who drives a Ferrari and wears bespoke suits. It takes Sangiovese to its absolute limit of power and longevity, offering a deep, complex experience that demands patience before opening.
Body
Full Blast
Tannins
No Resistance
Barely Felt
Pillowy Presence
Serious Grip
The Brick Wall
Acidity
Sour As Heck
Sugar
Savagely Dry
LEADERS
The story
Solo Sangiovese
Clemente Santi
Long Aging
While other regions were happy blending grapes, one rebel named Clemente Santi decided Sangiovese could shine solo in Montalcino's hot climate. He isolated a specific clone - Sangiovese Grosso - and aged it longer than anyone thought sane. The result was a beast that could survive decades in a cellar. His grandson Ferruccio later perfected this obsessive method, creating the blueprint for Italy's most legendary long-lived wine.
While other regions were happy blending grapes, one rebel named Clemente Santi decided Sangiovese could shine solo in Montalcino's hot climate. He isolated a specific clone - Sangiovese Grosso - and aged it longer than anyone thought sane. The result was a beast that could survive decades in a cellar. His grandson Ferruccio later perfected this obsessive method, creating the blueprint for Italy's most legendary long-lived wine.
While other regions were happy blending grapes, one rebel named Clemente Santi decided Sangiovese could shine solo in Montalcino's hot climate. He isolated a specific clone - Sangiovese Grosso - and aged it longer than anyone thought sane. The result was a beast that could survive decades in a cellar. His grandson Ferruccio later perfected this obsessive method, creating the blueprint for Italy's most legendary long-lived wine.
Why it's special
Pure Grosso
Warm Climate
Mandatory Waiting
Strictly 100% Sangiovese Grosso is the law here, making it the purest expression of the grape you will ever find. Montalcino is warmer and drier than Chianti, resulting in thicker skins and higher alcohol. By law, it must slumber for years in the winery before release, ensuring that when you finally pop the cork, those aggressive tannins have softened into a velvety, savory masterpiece of Italian winemaking.
Strictly 100% Sangiovese Grosso is the law here, making it the purest expression of the grape you will ever find. Montalcino is warmer and drier than Chianti, resulting in thicker skins and higher alcohol. By law, it must slumber for years in the winery before release, ensuring that when you finally pop the cork, those aggressive tannins have softened into a velvety, savory masterpiece of Italian winemaking.
Strictly 100% Sangiovese Grosso is the law here, making it the purest expression of the grape you will ever find. Montalcino is warmer and drier than Chianti, resulting in thicker skins and higher alcohol. By law, it must slumber for years in the winery before release, ensuring that when you finally pop the cork, those aggressive tannins have softened into a velvety, savory masterpiece of Italian winemaking.
Who's gonna like it
Steak Lovers
Patience Required
Serious Drinkers
Do you love steak dinners, leather armchairs, and wines that punch you in the face before giving you a hug? Drinkers who appreciate Barolo or Bordeaux will feel right at home with this structured giant. It is not for the faint of heart or those seeking a light patio sipper. This is serious juice for serious food, perfect for people who believe patience is indeed a virtue.
Do you love steak dinners, leather armchairs, and wines that punch you in the face before giving you a hug? Drinkers who appreciate Barolo or Bordeaux will feel right at home with this structured giant. It is not for the faint of heart or those seeking a light patio sipper. This is serious juice for serious food, perfect for people who believe patience is indeed a virtue.
Do you love steak dinners, leather armchairs, and wines that punch you in the face before giving you a hug? Drinkers who appreciate Barolo or Bordeaux will feel right at home with this structured giant. It is not for the faint of heart or those seeking a light patio sipper. This is serious juice for serious food, perfect for people who believe patience is indeed a virtue.
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