Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG 'Poggio all’Oro' by Castello Banfi is a Reserve produced exclusively in the great vintages with selected grapes of the 'Poggio all'Oro' vineyard. Aged for 5 years, just under 3 of them in French oak barrels, a very elegant, large-sized structure with very soft and balanced tannins. From great aging.
Available vintages: (vertical) 2007 - 2012 - 2013 - 2015 - 2016
- Product Category
- Red Wine
- Denomination
- Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
- Grape variety / Raw material
- Sangiovese
- Aging Class
- Reserve
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2013
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- IT - Tuscany
- Alcohol Content
- 15% vol.
- Operating Temperature
- 16° – 18° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Wide goblet with a long stem.
- Special Features
- Historical Vintages
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Game, Red Meats, Aged Cheeses
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
Banfi
In the heart of Tuscany, amidst the gentle hills that surround Montalcino, lies the prestigious winery Banfi, a place where tradition and innovation merge in an embrace that carries the taste of time. Founded with an international vision, Banfi represents a beacon of excellence in the global wine landscape, known especially for its Brunello di Montalcino, a wine that embodies the very essence of this generous land rich in history.
The estate extends over a vast territory cultivated with passion, where Sangiovese and Vermentino vines find an ideal habitat. Here, each bunch is meticulously cared for, respecting the ancient Tuscan winemaking traditions, but always with an eye towards the future and sustainability. The philosophy of Banfi is based on quality production, supported by constant research and innovation, to ensure wines that are not only an expression of the territory but also witnesses to a commitment to the environment.
The Brunello di Montalcino from Banfi is a masterpiece of balance and refinement, a wine that seduces with its complex aromas and majestic structure, capable of evolving gracefully and providing authentic emotions. It is a wine that tells the story of this land, with notes that evoke the warmth of the Tuscan sun and the freshness of its breezes.
Discover on Vino45 the most representative labels of Banfi: an invitation to embark on a sensory journey through the Tuscan hills, savoring the art of viticulture in one of its most sublime expressions.
Address:
Poggio alle Mura Castle - 53024 Montalcino (SI), Italy
Color: intense red, with garnet reflections.
Bouquet: complex, with sweet hints of licorice, coffee, plum jam, tobacco and a slight hint of violet.
Taste: elegant structure, large size, very soft and balanced tannins.
Vitae 4/4
Vini Buoni d'Italia 4/4
James Suckling 97 pt. - Top 100 Wines of Italy
Robert Parker 96+/100
Wine Spectator 94/100