COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2023
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Baricci
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Baricci Colombaio di Montosoli Brunello di Montalcino is a 100% Sangiovese wine from Montalcino, Tuscany. The producer, Baricci, is uniquely positioned as the only winery with all its vineyards located on the prestigious Montosoli hill. This northern Montalcino cru is known for its cooler microclimate and Pliocene-era soils, contributing to wines with notable elegance and complexity. The winery's history is deeply intertwined with the origins of Brunello di Montalcino, with founder Nello Baricci being the first signatory of the appellation's consortium. The 2023 vintage is not yet released, adhering to strict aging regulations.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Baricci holds the very first membership badge (#1) from the Brunello di Montalcino Consorzio.
Fact 02
The Montosoli hill is often referred to as the 'Grand Cru' of Montalcino.
Fact 03
Baricci is the only producer with all its vineyards exclusively on the Montosoli cru.
Fact 04
Nello Baricci, the founder, was born in 1921 and passed away in 2017.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Baricci's Brunello di Montalcino is crafted using traditional methods. Grapes are fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks for 18-25 days using natural yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for a minimum of 36 months in large Slavonian oak casks (20-40 Hl). A further 6-8 months of bottle aging precedes release. Vineyard management is characterized by meticulous handwork, and the estate is progressing towards organic certification. The focus remains on preserving the unique character of the Montosoli cru.
