COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Tenuta CastelGiocondo
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Tenuta CastelGiocondo is a historic estate located in the southwest region of Montalcino, Tuscany. Owned by the prestigious Marchesi Frescobaldi family, the estate is renowned for its unique terroir, characterized by high-altitude vineyards, optimal sun exposure, and well-drained galestro soils. This combination of factors allows the Sangiovese grapes to ripen slowly and evenly, producing wines of exceptional structure, elegance, and longevity. The 2020 vintage represents a classic expression of this historic estate, showcasing the balance and depth that have made CastelGiocondo a benchmark for Brunello di Montalcino.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€50
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
CastelGiocondo was one of the first four estates to begin producing Brunello di Montalcino in the late 19th century.
Fact 02
The estate's vineyards are situated at elevations between 250 and 450 meters, featuring classic galestro and clay soils.
Fact 03
Owned by the historic Marchesi Frescobaldi family, who have over 700 years of winemaking history in Tuscany.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino begins with a meticulous selection of Sangiovese grapes in the vineyard. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with frequent pump-overs to ensure optimal extraction of color, tannins, and polyphenols. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation before being transferred to oak vessels. It is aged for a minimum of two years in Slavonian oak casks and French oak barriques, followed by an additional period of refinement in the bottle before release, adhering strictly to the DOCG regulations.
