COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Az. Agr. Talenti
REGION
Tuscany
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Az. Agr. Talenti Brunello di Montalcino 2019 is a 100% Sangiovese wine from the Montalcino DOCG in Tuscany. The estate, a respected family-run winery, is managed by the grandson of founder Pierluigi Talenti, continuing a legacy of careful vineyard management and traditional winemaking. The vineyards are located on the south-easterly and south-westerly slopes of Montalcino, at altitudes between 250 and 400 meters, with soils composed of sandy loam, clay, and Galestro marl. The 2019 vintage benefited from warm days and cool breezes, contributing to the wine's structure. Approximately 35,000 bottles were produced.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€80
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are situated between 250-400 meters above sea level.
Fact 02
Soils are a mix of sandy loam, clay, and Galestro marl.
Fact 03
Vine age ranges from 20 to 30 years old.
Fact 04
35,000 bottles produced for this vintage.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Talenti Brunello di Montalcino involves temperature-controlled maceration and alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks at 28-29°C. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for a minimum of 24 months in a mix of French oak tonneaux and large Slavonian oak barrels. After barrel aging, the wine undergoes several months of bottle aging before its release. The 2019 vintage benefited from favorable weather conditions during the growing season.
