{"product_id":"baricci-nello-brunello-di-montalcino-2016","title":"Baricci Nello, Brunello Di Montalcino 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003eBaricci Nello Brunello di Montalcino 2016 is a benchmark Brunello from the famed Montosoli hill, widely regarded as one of the grand cru sites of Montalcino. Made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso and aged traditionally in large Slavonian oak, it offers the pure, classic expression of this noble terroir. The exceptional 2016 vintage adds an extra layer of harmony and finesse, making this magnum a superb choice for the cellar or a special table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino from Baricci shows a vibrant ruby core with emerging garnet reflections at the rim, a sign of its careful maturation. The nose is complex and layered: ripe red cherries and wild berries are framed by notes of violet, dried rose petals, tobacco leaf, leather and subtle hints of warm earth, dried herbs and sweet spice.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet beautifully poised, with a refined structure. Silky, ripe tannins support flavours of sour cherry, red plum and blood orange, intertwined with savoury nuances of cedar, pipe tobacco and a touch of balsamic and underbrush. The acidity is fresh and linear, giving lift and precision to the long, persistent finish where fruit, spice and mineral tension linger. From the outstanding 2016 vintage and presented in magnum format (1.5 L), this Brunello has significant aging potential and should evolve gracefully for at least 20+ years from vintage, gaining further tertiary complexity while maintaining its elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes for Baricci Nello Brunello di Montalcino 2016 come exclusively from the Montosoli hill in northern Montalcino, a historic and highly prized zone characterized by a mix of clay, limestone and schistous soils that confer both minerality and freshness. The site benefits from excellent exposure and ventilation, allowing for slow, even ripening. The 2016 growing season was notably balanced, with a cool spring and summer and ideal conditions during late summer and early autumn. The Sangiovese Grosso grapes were harvested by hand and carefully sorted to ensure only perfectly healthy, ripe bunches were used. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks with a traditional, extended maceration to maximize color, aroma and tannin extraction while respecting the purity of the fruit. After fermentation, the wine was matured for 36 months in large Slavonian oak casks, preserving varietal character and terroir expression rather than imposing overt oak flavour, followed by a minimum of 12 months of bottle aging before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Brunello is a natural partner for rich, savoury dishes such as bistecca alla fiorentina, slow-braised beef or lamb shank, game birds, and rustic Tuscan fare like wild boar ragù with pappardelle. It also pairs beautifully with aged hard cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano or Pecorino Toscano. Serve at around 18 °C. For optimal enjoyment, especially in its youth, decant the wine for 1–2 hours to allow the aromatics and structure to fully unfurl, with even longer decanting possible as the wine matures in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBaricci is one of the historic, reference-point producers of Montosoli and Brunello di Montalcino as a whole. The estate was founded by Nello Baricci in the mid-20th century, and he was among the first to recognize and champion the exceptional quality of the Montosoli hill. A founding member of the Consorzio del Vino Brunello di Montalcino in 1967, Baricci helped shape the identity and reputation of the appellation. Today, the family continues to farm and vinify their Montosoli vineyards with a traditional, terroir-driven approach, emphasizing balance, authenticity and longevity, and their wines are widely respected as some of the most classic and ageworthy Brunellos from this celebrated corner of Tuscany.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baricci Nello","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54256134783313,"sku":"EOW-BRUNELLO-DI-MONTALCINO-2016","price":304.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/4ffd42ce-b245-44d7-8ad6-53261690bd9f_png.png?v=1783462854","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/baricci-nello-brunello-di-montalcino-2016","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}