Brunello di Montalcino (2019)

About this wine

The 2018 Poggio Landi Brunello di Montalcino presents a deep ruby red color, offering a complex nose with aromas of ripe red fruits like cherries and strawberries, complemented by earthy undertones and hints of black pepper and licorice. On the palate, it is well-balanced, featuring fresh and intense flavors with well-developed tannins, leading to a long and persistent finish. This wine is crafted from 100% Sangiovese grapes, aged for 38 months in large French oak barrels, which contributes to its depth and complexity. The 2018 vintage was noted for its mild weather, allowing for slightly longer ripening times, resulting in a wine with elegance and well-constructed tannins. This Brunello is known for its aging potential, developing more complexity and depth over time.

About the grape

Sangiovese, whose name is believed to derive from 'Sanguis Jovis' or 'Blood of Jupiter,' is a grape with deep roots in Italian viticulture, particularly in Tuscany. In Montalcino, a region renowned for its ideal conditions, Sangiovese ripens fully, contributing to the production of Brunello di Montalcino wines. Poggio Landi's vineyards, situated at elevations between 180 and 500 meters, benefit from diverse soils and exposures, allowing for the cultivation of Sangiovese grapes that express the unique characteristics of this terroir. The estate's commitment to traditional methods, including aging the wine for 38 months in French oak barrels, ensures the development of complex flavors and aromas.

Quick facts

• 🍇 Brunello di Montalcino is made exclusively from Sangiovese grapes, known locally as 'Brunello,' and was the first Italian wine to receive the prestigious DOCG status in 1980.
• ⛰️ Poggio Landi's vineyards are situated at elevations ranging from 180 to 500 meters above sea level, contributing to the wine's complexity and depth.
• 🛢️ The 2018 vintage of Poggio Landi's Brunello di Montalcino underwent 38 months of aging in large French oak barrels, enhancing its rich flavors and aromas.
• ⌛ Brunello di Montalcino wines are renowned for their exceptional aging potential, often developing greater complexity and depth over several decades.
• 🌍 The Montalcino region, where Poggio Landi is located, is celebrated for its unique terroir, characterized by diverse soil types and microclimates that impart distinctive qualities to its wines.

Palate profile

Producer

Poggio Landi is a modern estate in the Montalcino region of Tuscany that produces Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino wines. The property became part of the Alejandro Bulgheroni Family Vineyards group after a 2012 acquisition, which led to investment in the vineyards and cellar. The estate covers many hectares of vines with parcels at differing altitudes and soil types, and the team adopted organic practices with certification in the late 2010s. Poggio Landi is known for using large format ageing vessels rather than small barrique barrels, and it releases a Riserva bottling alongside its regular Brunello wines.