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PRODUCT OVERVIEW:
Gianni Brunelli, a man of many interests, established Siena’s Osteria Le Logge (now one of the top restaurants in the city) in 1977. In 1987, he returned to Montalcino and purchased ‘Le Chiuse di Sotto,’ an estate that had belonged to his father Dino, with 2 hectares of vineyards standing at 250 meters above sea level in the northern part of the region. Brunelli replanted most of the vines in 1989 but left untouched a small plot of older holdings dating back to his father’s original 1947 plantings. After Gianni passed away in 2008, his wife Laura, who was already working at the estate, took the reins, along with her brother, Adriano.*
A few years ago, the estate expanded with the purchase of the ‘Podernovone’ vineyard, located further south in Montalcino. The 4-hectare property sits at 500 meters above sea level and has a magnificent view of Monte Amiata. Podernovone’s soil is comprised of calcareous marl and schist, which reflects light and heat, leading to a warmer site. ‘Le Chiuse di Sotto,’ a 2-hectare plot, is cool and airy, bringing bright acidity to the blend. The Brunelli’s vineyard sites allow them to blend north and south to achieve great balance, no matter what the vintage brings.*
Today's wine is crafted from 100% sangiovese blended from Laura Brunelli’s two vineyard parcels. Aged for 10 months in Slavonian oak casks, it possesses a deep ruby color, with intense aromas and flavors of berries, cherries, and blood orange. The palate is very juicy, with refreshing acidity, sound balance, and fine tannic structure. It is thoroughly enjoyable now but has the potential to blossom into a more complex wine over the next 3 to 5 years.*
Check out the press!
90 points, Wine Enthusiast Magazine:
"Subtle aromas of sunbaked earth, ripe berry, and camphor take shape in the glass along with a floral note. The elegant palate is on the lighter side of medium-bodied, offering tart red cherry, ground clove, and a hint of mocha alongside polished tannins. (7/1/22)
90 points, James Suckling:
"Aromas and flavors of fresh roses and cherries with some watermelon and citrus. Medium-bodied, bright, and delicious." (7/24/22)
PRODUCT DETAILS:
Producer Name: Gianni Brunelli
Old/New World: Old World
Country of Origin: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region: Montalcino
Appellation: Montalcino
Quality Designation: DOC
Grape Varietals: Sangiovese
Vintage: 2020
Product Type: Wine
Wine Style: Fuller Body Red
ABV: 13.5%
Pack/Size: 22/750 ml
Container Type: Dark Green Glass Bordeaux-style bottle
Closure Style: Natural Cork
*from importer & winemaker notes
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