Col d'Orcia
Brunello di Montalcino 2016
| Denomination | DOCG Brunello di Montalcino |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | 4 years, of which 3 are in Allier and Slavonian oak barrels with a capacity of 25, 50 and 75 hl, followed by at least 12 months of bottle ageing in temperature-controlled rooms. |
| Other years | 2020 , 2021 |
- Grape variety and origin: 100% Sangiovese from Sant’Angelo in Colle, Montalcino
- Vinification process: hand-picked and macerated for 18–20 days with indigenous yeasts
- Ageing: 4 years in Slavonian and Allier oak barrels, followed by 6 months in bottle
- Sensory characteristics: notes of cherry and spices, evolved tannins, full structure and persistent finish
- Vintage and ratings: 2016, 14.5% vol; rated up to 95 points by Vinous and 94 by Parker
Description
What kind of wine it is
Col d’Orcia Brunello di Montalcino is an elegant organic red wine that faithfully expresses the characteristics of Sangiovese. To the eye, it displays a ruby red colour, enriched by delicate garnet highlights. The aromatic profile reveals a complex bouquet, defined by notes of cherry, morello cherry and spices, complemented by clear hints of plum jam and nuances of vanilla. On the palate, it reveals a solid and balanced structure, supported by pleasantly mature tannins that lead the sip towards a long, fruity finish with remarkable persistence.
Where it comes from
The grapes destined for this renowned red come from the Sant’Angelo in Colle area, in the heart of the Montalcino region. The vineyards are situated at an average altitude of three hundred metres above sea level and benefit from an optimal south and south-west exposure, an ideal climate for promoting even and complete ripening of the bunches. The Col d’Orcia winery manages its land according to the principles of organic and sustainable production, meticulously overseeing every agronomic phase with low yields to ensure the excellence of the raw material.
How it is produced
The harvest takes place between September and October with manual picking, followed by a rigorous selection of the bunches on the sorting table. Fermentation takes place in steel vats using natural yeasts, with the maceration on the skins lasting about twenty days at a controlled temperature to encourage optimal extraction of colour and tannins. The wine then matures for four years in fine Slavonian and Allier oak barrels, finally completing its evolution by resting in temperature-controlled cellars.
History and Curiosities
The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG from Tenuta Col d’Orcia preserves a historical legacy that dates back to the 17th century, among the hills of Siena. Active since 1933, the estate enhances the purest vocation of organic Sangiovese, a grape variety of Etruscan origin that owes its name to Mount San Giove. The deep dedication to Tuscan tradition culminates in the extraordinary 2016 vintage, produced in 240,000 bottles. This exceptional multi-award-winning red is celebrated by critics worldwide, boasting 95 points from Vinous, 94 from Robert Parker, and 93 from Decanter.
Awards
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2016
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2016
93/100
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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2016
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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2016
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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2016
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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2016
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2016
95/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2016
3Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
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2016
94/100
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: 1933
- Oenologist: Antonino Tranchida
- Bottles produced: 700.000
- Hectares: 140
The estate's origins date back to the first half of the 17th century when the family of the Sienese noble knights Della Ciaia established a property in the Sant'Angelo in Colle area that became larger and larger year by year. In the second half of the 19th century, it passed into the hands of the Servadio family and then the Franceschi family.
In 1973, Count Alberto Marone Cinzano took over the estate, intending to contribute to the development and affirmation of Montalcino and its Brunello on world markets.
Our Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento 2016 took second place in the 2024 ‘Enthusiast 100’, the ranking of the best wines of the year signed by the influential American magazine ‘Wine Enthusiast’.
Another wonderful piece of news, which follows Col d'Orcia's nomination as ‘European Winery of the Year’ at the 2024 Wine Star Awards of ‘Wine Enthusiast’ and confirms, for the third consecutive year, our wines at the top of the international rankings and critics. In 2022 the Brunello di Montalcino 2017 entered the top 100 of ‘Wine Spectator’, in 2023 the Poggio al Vento 2016 stood out in the top 100 of ‘James Suckling. Read more
| Name | Col D'Orcia Brunello di Montalcino 2016 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Col d'Orcia |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG from Tenuta Col d’Orcia preserves a historical legacy that dates back to the 17th century, among the hills of Siena. Active since 1933, the estate enhances the purest vocation of organic Sangiovese, a grape variety of Etruscan origin that owes its name to Mount San Giove. The deep dedication to Tuscan tradition culminates in the extraordinary 2016 vintage, produced in 240,000 bottles. This exceptional multi-award-winning red is celebrated by critics worldwide, boasting 95 points from Vinous, 94 from Robert Parker, and 93 from Decanter. |
| Origin | Località Sant'Angelo in Colle (SI), Montalcino (Toscana) |
| Yield per hectare | 80 quintals per hectare |
| Harvest | September and October |
| Fermentation temperature | Below 28 °C |
| Fermentation | 18-20 days |
| Production technique | Manual harvest in baskets; fermentation on the skins with natural indigenous yeasts at a controlled temperature (18–20 days) in steel tanks; ageing for 4 years in oak barrels and subsequent ageing in the bottle. |
| Wine making | Fermentation on the skins for 18-20 days at a controlled temperature below 28°C, with natural indigenous yeasts, in low and wide 150 hl steel tanks designed to gently extract tannins and colour; aged for 4 years in Slavonian and Allier oak barrels, then at least 6 months in bottle. |
| Aging | 4 years, of which 3 are in Allier and Slavonian oak barrels with a capacity of 25, 50 and 75 hl, followed by at least 12 months of bottle ageing in temperature-controlled rooms. |
| Total acidity | 5.6 gr/L |
| Year production | 240000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |