The Brunello di Montalcino 'Cerretalto' 2012 from Casanova di Neri encapsulates the main characteristics of every Cerretalto: richness, generosity, freshness, elegance, and firmness of structure. The nose is mineral, fresh, and charismatic, promising innate intensity and elegance, enlivened by the strong presence of varied red fruits fused with chocolate, licorice accompanied by citrus notes and hints of smoke, as well as the unmistakable graphite. Wide and broad on the palate, it presents a dense and tight tannic structure that is enhanced by finesse and silkiness. The finish lingers with a lively and vibrant acidity that allows it to conclude on a fresh and voluminous note. All these factors suggest a very long life ahead. Open it 3 hours before consuming.
Casanova di Neri
Immersed in the timeless charm of the Tuscan hills, Casanova di Neri is a bastion of oenological excellence, where tradition meets innovation to give life to wines that embody the soul of Brunello di Montalcino. Founded with a passion for the territory and artisanal mastery, this winery has become an essential reference point for lovers of quality wine.
Located in one of the world's most prestigious wine regions, Casanova di Neri boasts a privileged position in the heart of Tuscany, caressed by the mild winds of Maremma and kissed by the generous sun that slowly ripens the Sangiovese grapes, the emblematic variety of the territory. The hills of Montalcino, with their rich and varied soil, offer the ideal context for producing wines that tell the story and beauty of this land.
The production philosophy of Casanova di Neri is a perfect balance between respecting Tuscan winemaking traditions and being open to innovative techniques that enhance the unique characteristics of the terroir. Each bottle of Brunello di Montalcino is the result of careful grape selection and a maturation process that prioritizes the quality and typicity of the final product.
The Brunello di Montalcino from Casanova di Neri is a wine of great structure and refinement, captivating with its complex aromas and depth of flavors. Notes of ripe red fruits, delicate spices, and a hint of tobacco blend in a harmonious balance, providing a unique and memorable tasting experience.
Let yourself be seduced by the magic of Casanova di Neri: discover on Vino45 the labels that tell the story of a territory and the art of a winery that knows how to transform excellence into wine. A sensory journey through tradition, innovation, and pure Tuscan passion awaits you.
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Podere Fiesole - Montalcino (SI), Italy
Colour: very pleasant and brilliant, intense and young ruby red.
Bouquet: mineral, fresh and charismatic, promise of an innate intensity and elegance, enlivened by the decisive presence of variegated red fruits fused with chocolate, liquorice accompanied by citrus notes and smoky hints, as well as the unmistakable graphite.
Taste: broad and broad, it has a thick and dense tannic texture which is enhanced by its finesse and silkiness. The finish is prolonged with a lively and vibrant acid vein that allows you to close on a fresh and voluminous note.
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PRODUCTS
The wines, made from grapes coming solely from our vineyards, are the result of vineyard projects first and then of meticulous attention throughout the entire winemaking process.
The uniqueness and heterogeneity of the soils and microclimates present on the different slopes of Montalcino have led us to produce 8 wines, each with specific characteristics but all attributable to the style of Casanova di NeriAnd in Montalcino.
Our Brunello di Montalcino is the expression of a territory and specific sub-zones that make it up. Classic Brunello with the hallmark of Casanova di Neri The White Label is the first we produced and represents the most elegant expression of Sangiovese. Casanova di Neri. Cerretalto and Tenuta New are unique expressions of Sangiovese and Montalcino, where the terroir transcends every possible categorization and classification, offering unmatched and peculiar characteristics that lead to wines with distinctive recognizability.
The Rosso di Montalcino and the IrRosso of Casanova di Neri They are younger wines that are more easily enjoyable and offer the less demanding side of Sangiovese from Montalcino with wines.
more of a quick drink and immediacy but still recognizable and with a strong territorial connotation.
The Brunello Figuranti is the result of newly acquired vineyards where we also found the Grechetto and Vermentino vines that we use for the latest addition to our...
Production: IbBianco.
Our Extra Virgin Olive Oil completes the range of products.
VINEYARDS
"We are proud and proud of one thing above all: our vineyards, their quality, their history."
Fiesole, Poderuccio, Podernuovo, Le Cetine, Pietradonice, Cerretalto, and Spereta, all in Montalcino and located in various positions within the territory.
Their diversity of soil, exposure, microclimate, and age of the vines represents the identity of our wines.
The wines we produce are the result of how Sangiovese in Montalcino delivers unique and unparalleled results, characterized by a unique quality that is the offspring of the combination.
of a territory always dedicated to viticulture and of tireless work and infinite passion.
Our grapes are the product of a mass selection of Sangiovese Grosso derived from the Cerretalto vineyard and a long process of reproduction and planting of the vines on various slopes, which yield different results but all traceable to Sangiovese and to... Casanova di Neri.
THE STORY
Founded in 1971 by Giovanni Neri who, with great vision and passion, understood the great winemaking potential of the Montalcino area. It passed into the hands of his son Giacomo in 1991.
Casanova di Neri In fact, it means the Casanova Company of the Family. Neri.
The production that started in the eastern area of Montalcino has since expanded to other locations.
First, the vineyard of Cerretalto, where in addition to a unique terroir set in a natural amphitheater by the Asso stream, you can find an old vineyard with a Sangiovese that is different from the others.
with small and sparse clusters, from which a mass selection was made and subsequently used for our other vineyards, in particular the Tenuta New.
The acquisition of the Cerretalto vineyard is followed by that of Le Cetine, Pietradonice, and then Podernuovo. All of this is done exclusively in search of the best lands and
exhibitions to produce unique and recognizable wines.
The first vintage produced of Brunello was in 1978. Then comes Cerretalto 1981, and the Rosso di Montalcino 1982., Tenuta New 1993, PietradOnice 2000, IrRosso of Casanova di Neri 2006 is the last IbBianco 2011. In our small yet simultaneously great history, we have received exceptional recognition over the years from the most important magazines and opinion leaders in national and international specialized criticism.
Currently, the company covers an area of about 500 hectares, of which 63 are vineyards, 20 are olive groves, and the rest is arable land and forests.
PHILOSOPHY
We believe that wine is the result of the vineyard and the work of man.
The careful and passionate work must be aimed at understanding the characteristics of the soil, the microclimate, and the grape variety in order to produce a unique wine, recognizable and capable of expressing the territory. In more than forty years, the evolution has been marked by targeted and careful choices that have distinguished the company and the wines produced, creating a distinctive style.
In the constant search for unique lands that enhance the quality and uniqueness of our wines, and alongside agricultural practices that respect the land and the vine, there follows careful work.
of winemaking. Our wines are the result of exceptional combinations of soils and microclimates, combined with passionate and meticulous work aimed at achieving consistent results and enhancing the distinctive personality of the grapes to interpret the different vintages.
