COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
100% Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Ciacci Piccolomini D'Aragona
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Brunello di Montalcino 2021 is a 100% Sangiovese from Montalcino, Tuscany. The estate's history is marked by its inheritance by the Bianchini family in 1985, who have since managed it with a blend of traditional and modern approaches. Situated on the southeastern slopes of Montalcino, the vineyards benefit from a unique microclimate and mineral-rich soils. The 2021 vintage is notable for its 'old-fashioned charm,' fresh aromatics, and the decision not to produce a Riserva, incorporating those grapes into this bottling. The estate also adheres to certified organic farming practices.
ALCOHOL
15.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
No Riserva was produced in 2021, meaning all top grapes went into this Brunello.
Fact 02
The estate was inherited by the estate manager in 1985, leading to a family-run revival.
Fact 03
Vineyards are situated between 240-360 meters, benefiting from mountain breezes.
Fact 04
Certified organic farming practices are employed.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona's Brunello di Montalcino 2021 begins with fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel and glass-lined concrete vats. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 30-36 months in large Slavonian oak barrels (20-75 hl). A minimum of 8 months of bottle refinement precedes release. The estate employs certified organic farming practices. The 2021 vintage was shaped by a spring frost that reduced yields, followed by a warm, dry summer and cool nights, contributing to the wine's balance.
