La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino 2016

La Fiorita’s Brunello di Montalcino 2016 is a beautifully crafted 100% Sangiovese that captures the elegance and depth of Tuscany’s most celebrated red wine region. From the hills of Montalcino, this DOCG wine reflects both tradition and precision, with a layered style shaped by carefully selected vineyard sites and extended ageing.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it typically shows a deep ruby hue that hints at its structure and concentration. The nose is refined and expressive, with aromas of ripe red cherry, plum, dried flowers, and subtle earthy spice, followed by notes of tobacco, leather, and toasted oak. On the palate, it is poised and complex, combining bright Sangiovese acidity with firm, polished tannins and a long, savoury finish. The 2016 vintage has the balance and backbone to develop gracefully over time, and it should continue to gain nuance with several years of cellar ageing.

Production
The grapes come from two distinct sites in Castelnuovo dell’Abate: Poggio al Sole, a lower south-facing vineyard at around 150 metres with clay and tuff soils, and Pian Bassolino, a higher south-east-facing site at around 350 metres, dominated by marl. Harvest typically takes place in late September, when the fruit has reached full maturity. Fermentation lasts around ten days at a maximum temperature of 28°C, with pump-overs and delestage used to achieve ideal extraction and maceration. Ageing follows a classic Brunello path: 12 months in French oak, 12 months in large Slavonian oak, then 8 months in stainless steel, before at least 30 months of bottle ageing prior to release.

Food & Serving
This Brunello is a natural match for rich, savoury dishes such as bistecca alla Fiorentina, slow-braised lamb, wild mushroom risotto, game, and aged pecorino. Serve at 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 1–2 hours to allow the wine’s aromatics and structure to fully open.

Producer
La Fiorita is a respected Brunello producer in Montalcino, known for combining traditional Tuscan character with meticulous vineyard and cellar work. Based in one of the denomination’s most prized areas, the estate has built its reputation on expressive, age-worthy wines that showcase the unique identity of Sangiovese in Montalcino.

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