Brunello di Montalcino Riserva La Togata – DOCG Tuscan red wine

Brunello di Montalcino Riserva La Togata – 2004/2012/2015/2016

Riserva

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The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva - La Togata is a testament to exceptional winemaking, showcasing a powerful mineral entry and colossal mouthfeel, balanced by a tannic structure that is both fresh and persistent. This wine boasts a beautiful aroma of dark cherries, aromatic herbs, and earthy mushrooms.

Eric Guido for VINOUS describes the 2016 Riserva as "dark and brooding in the glass, with notes of plum sauce, cloves, and tobacco forming its bouquet. It is velvety and smooth, with a pleasant internal sweetness that gives way to a more tactile mix of red berries with mineral nuances and balsamic spices. Admirable depth and good concentration, it lingers long with moderate structure. Highly enjoyable!"

This exquisite Brunello reflects the elegance and complexity of Montalcino's finest vineyards, making it a standout choice for any wine connoisseur.

Year:

2016 2015 2012 2004

Variant

Wine Compass

Wine Style

Fresh ◄► Rich

Sweetness

Body

Acidity

Tannin

Oak

Finish

Key Aromas

Characteristics

Grapes:

Sangiovese Grosso 100%

Alcohol Content:

14.50%

Total Acidity:

N/A

Harvest:

Grapes are hand-picked in the end of September.

Vinification:

The aging process includes 48 months in Slavonian oak barrels of 17.50 hl, with a small portion in Barrique, followed by 12 months of bottle refinement, exceeding the mandatory minimum of 6 months.The vineyards are located on the hills of Montalcino at various altitudes, with sun exposure until sunset. The average altitude is 250 meters, featuring a mix of old and very old vines.Production involves double thinning of grape clusters. During the late September harvest, three clusters out of five are selected in good years. Grapes are further selected in the cellar and processed according to ancient traditions, with intense extraction early in fermentation, followed by a long maceration period with the skins. The temperature is raised to 33°C and maintained at high levels until racking.

Tasting Notes:

This wine displays a ruby red color with warm garnet hues. The bouquet is extremely rich, featuring a potpourri of macerated flowers and light spices that lead into a superb aromatic opening of woody notes, rose, and cherry. On the palate, it has a powerful mineral entry, an impressively colossal mouthfeel, with a balanced tannic structure that remains fresh and persistent.

Serving Temperature:

18-20 °C

Sulfites:

Contains sulfites.