Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova (2019)

About this wine

The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova from Casanova di Neri offers a deep ruby color and an inviting aroma of black cherries, violets, and a hint of black truffle. On the palate, it presents a full-bodied experience with flavors of ripe blackberries, dark chocolate, and a touch of licorice. The tannins are well-structured yet smooth, providing a balanced mouthfeel. Aged for 30 months in tonneaux, this wine showcases the rich texture and depth characteristic of the Casanova di Neri style. With its robust structure and concentrated fruit, it has excellent potential for aging over the next two decades.

About the grape

Sangiovese, the sole grape in Brunello di Montalcino, has been cultivated in Tuscany for centuries. In the mid-19th century, Clemente Santi identified a specific clone, Sangiovese Grosso, known for its thicker skin and richer color, which became the foundation for Brunello wines. His grandson, Ferruccio Biondi-Santi, further refined this by producing the first modern Brunello di Montalcino in 1888, aging it extensively to enhance its complexity. The unique climate and soil of Montalcino allow Sangiovese to ripen fully, contributing to the wine's depth and aging potential.

Quick facts

• 🍷 The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova by Casanova di Neri underwent 30 months of aging in tonneaux, enhancing its richness and texture.
• 🏆 This vintage received a 97-point rating from Wine Advocate, highlighting its exceptional quality and aging potential.
• 🌟 The wine exhibits complex flavors, including dark spice, blackberry compote, licorice, and star anise, contributing to its depth.
• 🍾 Casanova di Neri produced exactly 69,696 bottles of this 2019 vintage, emphasizing its exclusivity.
• 🍇 Brunello di Montalcino wines, like this one, are made exclusively from Sangiovese grapes, showcasing the varietal's pure expression.

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Producer

Casanova di Neri, established in 1971 by Giovanni Neri, is a renowned winery located in Montalcino, Italy. Giovanni, a grain merchant from Montevarchi, recognized the potential of Montalcino's terroir and acquired the Podere Casanova estate, renaming it Casanova di Neri. The winery released its first Brunello di Montalcino in 1978, which quickly garnered international acclaim. Today, under the leadership of Giovanni's son, Giacomo Neri, the estate spans approximately 500 hectares, with 63 hectares dedicated to vineyards across seven distinct sites, each contributing to the unique character of their wines.