{"product_id":"canalicchio-di-sopra-brunello-di-montalcino-2018-1","title":"Canalicchio di Sopra, Brunello di Montalcino 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eCanalicchio di Sopra’s Brunello di Montalcino 2018 is a refined expression of Sangiovese from one of Montalcino’s historic estates. Combining fruit from the Canalicchio di Sopra and Le Gode di Montosoli vineyards, it offers impressive concentration, freshness and complexity, while reflecting the winery’s long-standing balance between traditional methods and modern precision. The estate was founded by Primo Pacenti in 1962 and has been producing Brunello for three generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep ruby in colour, with the beginnings of garnet developing with bottle age. The nose opens with ripe black cherries, tobacco and balsamic nuances, accompanied by subtle earthy and spicy notes. On the palate, it is beautifully concentrated yet balanced, with supple tannins, lively acidity and a long, savoury finish marked by dark fruit and gentle oak spice.\n\nThis is an elegant, age-worthy Brunello that can be enjoyed now after decanting, although further bottle development will add complexity and soften the structure. With its combination of fruit, acidity and fine tannins, it should develop gracefully over the next decade or more when stored in suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade primarily from Sangiovese, the wine draws on grapes grown in two distinct parts of Montalcino: the estate’s home vineyards in Canalicchio di Sopra and the Le Gode di Montosoli site. Their differing exposures and soils contribute complementary expressions of the variety, which are carefully blended in the cellar. The grapes undergo a 15–20-day maceration on their skins, followed by temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation in stainless-steel tanks. The wine is then matured for 36 months in 25-hectolitre Slavonian oak casks and given a further year of bottle ageing before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA natural partner for roast beef, grilled or braised red meat and game, this Brunello also works beautifully with hearty Tuscan dishes and mature hard cheeses. Serve at approximately 18°C, allowing the bottle to warm slightly in the glass if necessary. Decant for around 1–2 hours before serving, particularly when enjoying the wine young, to open its aromas and soften the tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAzienda Agricola Canalicchio di Sopra was established by Primo Pacenti in 1962 in the northern part of Montalcino. Today, the family manages approximately 60 hectares, including 15 hectares of vineyards and two hectares of olive groves, and continues its work across three generations. The estate is respected for its thoughtful combination of traditional Brunello practices, contemporary cellar technology and careful attention to the character of its vineyards, producing wines that express both the identity of Montalcino and the distinct qualities of its individual sites.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Canalicchio di Sopra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54462861967697,"sku":"VDZ-10570061185360-53331338559824","price":67.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/cana05018.png?v=1785498772","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/canalicchio-di-sopra-brunello-di-montalcino-2018-1","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}