REGION: Toscana

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Brunello di Montalcino is one of Italy’s top regional red wines, first labled as such in 1865 by Biondi-Santi. Wines are made with a special clone of Sangiovese. Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Terre Nere is produced only in the best vintages.

Color: garnet red

Nose: hints of ripe red fruit, tobacco & enchanting spices

Flavor/Finish: elegant & persistent tannins, with a long & balanced finish; notes of dark red fruits, mocha & earth

Varietal: 100% Sangiovese Grosso

Food Pairing: grilled red meats, game, aged cheeses, succulent first courses; excellent meditation wine

Process: hand-picked & harvested; 20-25 days maceration; aged 4 years in big, Slavonian oak casks; aged 2 years in bottle

Serving Temperature: 65 °F
*open one hour before serving

Alcohol: 14.5%

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