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Tenuta CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino

Tenuta CastelGiocondo
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750 mL
Wine Type
Red Wine
RegionTuscany
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Italy
SubregionBrunello di Montalcino
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GrapesSangiovese
Wine Description:
Tenuta CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino is an elegant, complex Italian red wine from the Montalcino region of Tuscany. It is produced from Sangiovese Grosso grapes, hand harvested and vinified with the utmost care and attention. The wine sees an extended maceration and long maturation in large oak barrels, which adds complexity and finesse to the aromas and flavors. On the nose, the wine is filled with aromas of ripe cherries, plum, leather, tobacco, and subtle hints of spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and smooth, with ripe tannins that are well-integrated with the intense flavors of dark fruits, earth, tobacco, and spice. The lengthy finish is smooth and persistent, with lingering notes of dark fruits, leather, and smoke. Tenuta CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino is an excellent expression of the Sangiovese grape and a great example of the Montalcino region's winemaking potential.
Pros:
  • Tenuta CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino is a full-bodied red wine with great complexity, offering aromas of ripe red fruits and spices, with a pleasant and balanced structure, and a long finish
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Cons:
  • Tenuta CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino can be quite tannic, making it a bit challenging to pair with food
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User Rating:

4.3
Most Reviewed

Expert Rating:

4.8

Wine Expert Note:

Tenuta CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino is a complex and intense Italian red wine. It offers a full-bodied palate of dark cherry, leather, and earthy notes, with a touch of oak and a long, pleasant finish. On the nose, aromas of dried herbs, blackberry, and licorice emerge. This well-balanced Brunello is great to pair with red meats, game, and aged cheeses. Enjoy for its complexity and finesse.
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