Altesino : Brunello di Montalcino 2020

Characteristics and tasting advice for Altesino's Brunello di Montalcino 2020

Tasting

Nose
The bouquet opens with notes of red and black fruits (black cherry, raspberry, plum). Sweet spice notes, flowers (dried rose, violet, iris), roasting, tobacco and cocoa complete this complex nose.

Palate
Great elegance with a fine tannic structure. The wine unfolds a mouth with ample and full-bodied volume, supported by a lively acidity.

Food and wine pairings

This Brunello di Montalcino pairs perfectly with game and noble meats in sauce, risottos with porcini mushrooms, pecorino and truffle-based dishes.

A Brunello di Montalcino combining tradition and innovation

The property

Altesino, founded in 1972 in the heart of Montalcino in Tuscany, extends over more than 80 hectares of vineyards, including the famous "Cru" Montosoli and Castelnuovo dell'Abate. Under the direction of Elisabetta Gnudi Angelini since 2002, the property combines tradition and innovation, having been a pioneer in the introduction of the "Cru" concept and the use of French barrels.

The vineyard

The Brunello di Montalcino is produced in the municipality of Montalcino, in an enclave in the heart of Tuscany. The terroir, protected from maritime influences by Mount Amiata, is characterized by limestone soils that give birth to powerful and structured wines.

Grape variety

Sangiovese (100%)