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Altesino ¨Montosoli¨ Brunello di Montalcino

100% Sangiovese
The Altesino Montosoli Brunello di Montalcino 2018 is considered by many wine critics to be an outstanding example of Brunello, reflecting the best characteristics of the Montosoli vineyard and demonstrating the region's potential for producing wines of power, elegance, and longevity. This Brunello di Montalcino is known for its aging potential. It can be enjoyed now, but it will continue to develop in complexity and depth for 10-15 years or even longer under proper cellaring conditions.
€ 89
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CRITICS RATINGS
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97
  • Color: Deep ruby red, tending towards garnet with age.
  • Aroma: Complex and intense, with notes of black cherry, raspberry, blackberry, violet, licorice, vanilla, and black pepper.
  • Palate: Broad and full-bodied, offering flavors of black cherry, licorice, crushed stones, and warming spice.

Uvas:

  • El 100% de las uvas Sangiovese se recogen a mano en el viñedo de Montosoli.

Vinificación:

  • Tras una meticulosa selección, las uvas se someten a una fermentación tradicional en grandes depósitos de acero inoxidable.
  • El mosto fermenta con levaduras autóctonas a temperatura controlada durante unos 15-20 días.
  • La maceración prolongada sobre los hollejos durante varias semanas extrae color, sabor y taninos de las uvas.

Envejecimiento:

  • El vino envejece un mínimo de cuatro años en grandes barricas de roble de Eslavonia (botti).
  • El roble de Eslavonia es conocido por aportar al vino taninos sutiles y elegantes, frente al carácter más pronunciado del roble francés.
  • Tras la crianza en barrica, el vino se somete a un nuevo envejecimiento en botella durante al menos un año antes de salir al mercado.

Detalles adicionales:

  • Es probable que se emplee la fermentación maloláctica, que convierte el ácido málico más ácido del vino en ácido láctico más suave, lo que contribuye a una sensación en boca más suave.
  • El uso de técnicas de filtración y clarificación puede variar en función de las preferencias del productor y de la añada concreta.

The Altesino Montosoli Brunello di Montalcino 2018 has been widely praised by critics for its exceptional quality and character. Here's a summary of critical opinions:

Positive Reception:

  • James Suckling (97 points): "Aromas of blackberries, blackcurrants, dark chocolate, cedar, and sandalwood follow through to a full body, with incredibly polished tannins and a long, flavorful finish. There was not a single off-vineyard note. This is so balanced and beautiful now, but will improve for decades".

  • Vinous (94 points): "From the first sniff, the 2018 Montosoli tantalizes with inner sweetness, richness, and a complex display of dark fruit, exotic spice and animal musk… The Montosoli’s depth is undeniable, as a matrix of structure and tannin slowly forms upon the palate while offset by an underlying sweetness."

  • Wine Spectator: "A dense, tannic red, with plum, cherry, menthol, iron, and tobacco flavors…shows terrific balance and length."

  • Balance and structure: Critics praise the wine's balance between rich fruit flavors, firm tannins, and refreshing acidity, allowing for both immediate enjoyment and long-term aging.
  • Complexity and depth: Reviewers note a complex array of aromas and flavors, including dark fruits, spice, cedar, and balsamic notes, offering a multi-layered experience.
  • Elegance: Despite its power, the wine is described as elegant, with polished tannins and a long, flavorful finish.
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