COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Pieve Santa Restituta / Gaja
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta Rennina Brunello di Montalcino 2018 is a distinguished Italian red wine from Tuscany, crafted from 100% Sangiovese. The Gaja family, renowned for their winemaking prowess, acquired the Pieve Santa Restituta estate, integrating their philosophy with the traditional elegance of Brunello di Montalcino. The Rennina bottling is recognized as a benchmark expression of the appellation, showcasing a balance of structure and aging potential. The 2018 vintage is noted as a classic Tuscan year, contributing to a harmonious and well-structured wine.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Gaja's acquisition of Pieve Santa Restituta brought a legendary name to Brunello.
Fact 02
The estate's name, Pieve Santa Restituta, is an ancient Roman designation.
Fact 03
Rennina is considered a benchmark bottling for the estate.
Fact 04
The wine is 100% Sangiovese, the noble grape of Tuscany.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta Rennina Brunello di Montalcino 2018 is produced from 100% Sangiovese grapes. Following harvest, the wine typically undergoes fermentation, though specific details are not provided. A significant part of its development involves extended aging, with the wine typically spending at least two years in barrels, often French oak, which contributes to its structure and complexity. This aging process is a key technique in shaping the wine's final character and ensuring its aging potential.
