Gaja – Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2016 – 1.5 Ltr. –Magnum
Tuscany, Italy – 100% Sangiovese
A powerful and elegant Brunello from the heart of Montalcino
The Brunello di Montalcino 2016 from Gaja's Pieve Santa Restituta is an expressive and elegant wine, coming from carefully selected vineyards around the historic church of Santa Restituta. The 2016 vintage, characterized by an ideal growing season with warm days and cool nights, has resulted in a wine with depth, structure and impressive aging potential.
Tasting notes
Deep ruby red in colour. In the nose aromas of black cherry, plum, mint, tobacco and spices. In the mouth powerful and structured with fresh acids, tight tannins and a long, complex finish.
Food pairing
Excellent with dishes such as ossobuco, risotto with mushrooms or truffle, game dishes and mature hard cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano.
Reviews & Awards
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95 points – Natalie MacLean : “Rich, concentrated and structured with notes of dark cherry, savoury herbs, earthy flowers and toasted oak spice, balanced with fresh acidity and elegance on the palate.”
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95 points – Juha Lihtonen : “Intense, smoky and toasted on the nose with dark cherries, plums, tobacco and earthy notes. Full, broad and lively palate with supple and soft tannins. Long and persistent savoury and harmonious finish.”
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95 points – Anne Sewell, WSET Level 3 : “Intensely aromatic, opening with violets, roses, potpourri, black cherry, leather, balsamic and saffron. The palate is equally complex with flavours of black plum, cherry cola, cocoa and earth.”
Vinification & Maturation
The grapes are harvested by hand and undergo fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged for 24 months in large oak barrels, followed by bottle aging.
Particulars
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Alcohol percentage : 14.5%
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Serving temperature : 16–18°C
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Size : 1.5 liter (Magnum)
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Maturation potential : up to 2040 and beyond
Serving advice
Decant the wine 1–2 hours before serving. Use large Burgundy glasses to fully appreciate the complexity and elegance.