Capanna
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2019
Other years:
2018| Denomination | DOCG Brunello di Montalcino Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | Aged in Slavonian oak barrels for over 4 years. |
| Other years | 2018 |
- Name and vintage: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva 2019, Tuscany
- Grape variety and format: 100% Sangiovese, 0.75 l bottle, 14.5–15% vol
- Traditional ageing: over 4 years in Slavonian oak barrels
- Aromatic profile: red fruits and jam, liquorice, sweet tobacco, spices
- Serving and pairings: decant for 30–60 min; 18–20 °C; matured meats and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva by Capanna is a still wine that purely expresses the essence of Sangiovese. Characterised by a vibrant ruby colour with garnet highlights, it reveals a layered bouquet with notes of red fruits, jam, liquorice and hints of sweet tobacco. On the palate, it displays a vigorous acid-tannic structure, where dense, well-shaped tannins balance the softer elements of the sip. Tasting offers a persistent finish, marked by a fresh citrus vein and an intriguing mineral savouriness, ideal characteristics for pairing with rich game ragù and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This Riserva originates from the cool slope of Montosoli, located in the northern area of Montalcino. The favourable temperatures of this particular hillside ensure the grapes retain vital acidity, guaranteeing a profound balance between aromatic richness and flavour persistence. The identity of this Brunello di Montalcino is closely linked to the meticulous work of Capanna, dedicated to tending these vineyards since 1958. This distinct territorial imprint translates in the glass into a broad and firm sip, enriched by elegant earthy notes and an extraordinary ageing potential.
How it is produced
The vinification process begins with temperature-controlled fermentation, accompanied by a prolonged maceration on the skins to extract the best polyphenolic structure. Afterwards, the wine matures through a slow and patient ageing in Slavonian oak barrels for over four years. This extended period in large casks smooths the tannin profile, giving the red stability and a fine integration of its components. To fully appreciate every aromatic nuance, it is recommended to decant for about an hour before serving.
History and Curiosities
Born from the historic dedication of the Cencioni family on the cool slopes of Montosoli, the Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva from Capanna has embodied Tuscan winemaking excellence since 1958. This prestigious red comes to life through a traditional approach led by oenologist Amedeo Cencioni, enhanced by a majestic maturation in Slavonian oak barrels for over four years. The 2019 vintage, widely acclaimed by international critics, guarantees extraordinary longevity, promising a superb and rewarding evolution of flavour until 2036.
Awards
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2019
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2019
95/100
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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2019
2This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2019
96/100
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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2019
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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2019
94/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2019
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1958
- Oenologist: Amedeo Cencioni
- Bottles produced: 80.000
- Hectares: 25
Already in the 60s the family began to bottle their wines and, after the DOC recognition of Brunello di Montalcino in 1966, Giuseppe was one of the 25 founders of the Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino.
The production, initially of a few thousand bottles, has subsequently increased with the planting of new vineyards up to the current 25 hectares.
Capanna has always been run exclusively at a family level. Today it is in the hands of Patrizio and Amedeo, representatives of the third and fourth generation who personally take care of the oenological and agronomic part of the cellar. Capanna has always maintained a production style in line with the tradition, handed down from generation to generation. Read more
| Name | Capanna Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 15.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Capanna |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born from the historic dedication of the Cencioni family on the cool slopes of Montosoli, the Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva from Capanna has embodied Tuscan winemaking excellence since 1958. This prestigious red comes to life through a traditional approach led by oenologist Amedeo Cencioni, enhanced by a majestic maturation in Slavonian oak barrels for over four years. The 2019 vintage, widely acclaimed by international critics, guarantees extraordinary longevity, promising a superb and rewarding evolution of flavour until 2036. |
| Origin | Slope of Montosoli, Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy |
| Fermentation temperature | Controlled temperature |
| Fermentation | 25 days at a controlled temperature |
| Production technique | Fermentation at controlled temperature with prolonged maceration; ageing in Slavonian oak barrels |
| Wine making | Fermentation for 25 days at a controlled temperature with prolonged maceration of 30–35 days; ageing in Slavonian oak barrels for over 4 years. |
| Aging | Aged in Slavonian oak barrels for over 4 years. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |