{"product_id":"brunello-di-montalcino-2021-castello-romitorio-tuscany-italy","title":"Brunello di Montalcino, 2021, Castello Romitorio, Tuscany, Italy","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the Highest rated and most sought-after Brunello\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCiao Daniel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastello Romitorio Brunello di Montalcino 2021 is a high-quality Tuscan red made entirely from Sangiovese grapes grown around the hill town of Montalcino in southern Tuscany. It’s considered the flagship wine of the Castello Romitorio estate and reflects the elegance and structure typical of top Brunello.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastello Romitorio is a historic estate built around a 12th-century fortress overlooking Montalcino vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winery was revitalized in the 1980s by artist Sandro Chia, and its wines aim to express the terroir of high-altitude vineyards around the castle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRated 95 Points by James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape: \u003c\/strong\u003e100% Sangiovese (the only grape allowed in Brunello).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long maceration to extract color and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 24 months in oak barrels followed by additional bottle aging before release. This extended aging is required for Brunello DOCG and contributes to the wine’s complexity and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAromas: \u003c\/strong\u003ewild cherry, plum, raspberry, violets, dried rose, cedar, and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate: \u003c\/strong\u003evibrant red fruit, lively acidity, and silky but structured tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e95 Points Winespectator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eherbs, white pepper, leather, and subtle earth as it evolves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine is full-bodied yet elegant, with a long, refined finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Quality: \u003c\/strong\u003e2021 is considered an excellent vintage in Montalcino, thanks to balanced weather that allowed slow, even ripening of Sangiovese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritics have awarded it around 95–96 points from major reviewers like Vinous and Wine Advocate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This style of Brunello pairs well with grilled steak or ribeye, wild game or venison, mushroom risotto and aged cheeses like Pecorino Toscano\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging Potential:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drink now with decanting, but it can age 10–20+ years, gaining notes of leather, tobacco, and dried herbs over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castello Romitorio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48163206988032,"sku":null,"price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/8026\/7833\/files\/Brunello_di_Montalcino_2021_Castello_Romitorio_Tuscany_Italy.png?v=1776889143","url":"https:\/\/winesfromitaly.com\/products\/brunello-di-montalcino-2021-castello-romitorio-tuscany-italy","provider":"Wines From Italy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}