Brunello

Brunello is the historical name used in Montalcino for a local variant of Sangiovese – Sangiovese Grosso. The name refers to the dark («bruno») colour of the grapes and today stands primarily for the great wines of this region. The berries are generally slightly larger and have thicker skins than classic Sangiovese, resulting in greater structure, depth and ageing potential. Thanks to the unique conditions around Montalcino – a warm climate, higher-altitude vineyards and poor, mineral-rich soils – the result is deeply complex, structured and long-lived wines. They are typically marked by a dense and ripe aromatic profile with notes of ripe cherries, dark berries and plums, complemented by floral hints such as violet and spicy nuances that, with age, evolve into complex earthy and balsamic notes.