Canalicchio di Sopra, Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli 2018

Canalicchio di Sopra’s Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli 2018 is a refined expression of one of Montalcino’s most celebrated crus. Crafted primarily from Sangiovese, it combines the elegance and aromatic precision of the Montosoli hill with the structure and longevity expected of a serious Brunello. The estate, founded in 1962, is recognised as one of the historic producers of Montalcino’s northern zone.

Tasting Notes
The wine shows a luminous ruby-red colour with garnet nuances. Its bouquet is layered and expressive, revealing ripe red cherries, wild berries, violets and dried Mediterranean herbs, followed by hints of cedar, spice and subtle tobacco from its maturation. On the palate, it is poised and energetic, with concentrated fruit, bright acidity and firm, finely grained tannins. Notes of sour cherry, plum, liquorice and aromatic herbs develop into a long, savoury finish. The 2018 vintage offers both approachability and the structure to develop further in bottle over the next decade or more when well stored.

Production
The Montosoli vineyard is located on the celebrated north-facing hill of Montalcino, where limestone-rich soils, elevation and significant day-to-night temperature variation help produce Sangiovese with freshness, fragrance and depth. Grapes are carefully harvested by hand and vinified with a focus on preserving the vineyard’s character, before the wine matures in large oak casks in accordance with the traditional Brunello style. Extended ageing allows the tannins and oak influence to integrate while enhancing the wine’s complexity.

Food & Serving
Serve at 18–20°C after allowing the bottle to come gently to temperature. Decant for around one to two hours when serving young, or pour carefully off the sediment if the wine has been cellared. Its combination of acidity and structure makes it an excellent partner for Tuscan dishes, roast lamb, braised beef, wild boar ragù, grilled steak and mature hard cheeses.

Producer
Canalicchio di Sopra was established in 1962 by Primo Pacenti and is situated in Montalcino’s historic northern sector, close to the Montosoli hill. The estate has built a strong reputation for traditionally styled Brunello that reflects its individual vineyards with clarity, balance and age-worthiness. Its focus on site expression and careful cellar work has made it a respected reference point among producers in the region.

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