Banfi
Brunello di Montalcino 2020
Other years:
2021| Denomination | DOCG Brunello di Montalcino |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese Grosso |
| Aging | The wine matures for 2 years, 50% in French oak casks (60–90 hl) and 50% in French oak barriques (3.5 hl), followed by bottle ageing for 8–12 months. |
| Other years | 2021 |
- Guaranteed origin: Brunello di Montalcino 2020, Tuscan red made exclusively from Sangiovese Grosso
- Intense aroma: hints of fine woods, coffee, tobacco, blackberry and jam
- Structured taste: dense and elegant tannins, finish with balsamic notes
- Ageing: at least 2 years in oak and barrique, followed by 8–12 months in bottle
- 2020 characteristics: ratings up to 93/100, longevity 10–15 years, alcohol 14.5% vol
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Brunello di Montalcino by Castello Banfi is a renowned Tuscan red wine that authoritatively expresses its territory of origin. Made exclusively from Sangiovese Grosso grapes, it offers a warm and structured sip on the palate, supported by compact and elegant tannins. The tasting concludes with persistent and pleasant balsamic notes, set within a deep aromatic profile. On the nose, intense scents of fine woods, coffee beans and tobacco emerge, harmoniously intertwined with delicate notes of blackberry and forest fruit jam.
Where it comes from
The vineyards are located on the southern slope of the municipality of Montalcino, in a hilly area caressed by the Orcia, Asso and Ombrone rivers. The fortunate geographical position, halfway between the sea and the Apennine range, favours an exceptional continental Mediterranean climate, generally dry, which ensures a slow and complete ripening of the grapes. The vines sink their roots into brown-yellow soils with a frank sandy texture, rich in limestone and characterised by an abundant rounded skeleton: key elements that give the wine its unmistakable structure and tannic precision.
How it is produced
The creation of this red begins with a meticulous selection of Sangiovese Grosso grape bunches. The must undergoes temperature-controlled maceration in combined steel and wooden vats, with fermentation lasting around ten to twelve days. The aim is a measured extraction that enhances the purity of the varietal aromas. Ageing involves a rest of at least two years, during which the wine matures in large French oak barrels and smaller casks. The process concludes with a further final ageing period, a fundamental step to integrate and define the entire aromatic structure.
History and Curiosities
The pride of Castello Banfi since 1978, this renowned Brunello di Montalcino DOCG is a symbol of longevity, born on the Tuscan hills between the Orcia, Asso and Ombrone rivers. The favourable climate ensures optimal ripening of the Sangiovese grape, resulting in a wine celebrated worldwide. The 2020 vintage, overseen by oenologist Matteo Bagnoli, has received outstanding scores from critics such as Robert Parker and James Suckling, establishing this great Tuscan expression among the most prestigious and captivating red wines.
Awards
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2020
91/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2020
93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2020
93/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2020
90/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2020
92/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1978
- Oenologist: Matteo Bagnoli
- Bottles produced: 10.000.000
- Hectares: 1.089
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| Name | Banfi Brunello di Montalcino 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese Grosso |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Banfi |
| Story | History and Curiosities The pride of Castello Banfi since 1978, this renowned Brunello di Montalcino DOCG is a symbol of longevity, born on the Tuscan hills between the Orcia, Asso and Ombrone rivers. The favourable climate ensures optimal ripening of the Sangiovese grape, resulting in a wine celebrated worldwide. The 2020 vintage, overseen by oenologist Matteo Bagnoli, has received outstanding scores from critics such as Robert Parker and James Suckling, establishing this great Tuscan expression among the most prestigious and captivating red wines. |
| Origin | Montalcino (SI) |
| Climate | Continental Mediterranean climate, tending to be dry |
| Soil composition | Yellowish-brown colour; sandy loam texture; calcareous with abundant rounded coarse fragments. |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon |
| Plants per hectare | From 2,400 to 4,400 vines/ha |
| Yield per hectare | 65 quintals/ha |
| Fermentation | 10–12 days |
| Production technique | Controlled-temperature maceration and fermentation in stainless steel tanks (10–12 days); ageing in oak barrels and barriques, then ageing in bottle (8–12 months). |
| Wine making | Careful selection of the grapes followed by maceration of the skins at controlled temperature in combined steel and wood Horizon vats for about 10–12 days; fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 10–12 days; ageing for at least 2 years in oak barrels/barriques and subsequent bottle ageing for 8–12 months. |
| Aging | The wine matures for 2 years, 50% in French oak casks (60–90 hl) and 50% in French oak barriques (3.5 hl), followed by bottle ageing for 8–12 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |