COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Gaja
REGION
Tuscany
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta Sugarille Brunello di Montalcino 2018 is a 100% Sangiovese wine from Montalcino, Tuscany. Produced by the esteemed Gaja family, the wine originates from the historic Sugarille vineyard, known for its galestro soil and south/south-west exposure. The 2018 vintage is characterized by its idiosyncratic nature and a notable 'levity,' contributing to its balanced profile and aging potential. Gaja's Tuscan estate is dedicated to expressing the unique terroir of Montalcino through its Brunello.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€189
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Sugarille vineyard cultivation dates back to the mid-16th century.
Fact 02
Gaja is a historic family winery with roots in Piedmont.
Fact 03
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG requires 100% Sangiovese.
Fact 04
The 2018 vintage is noted for its unique 'levity'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta Sugarille Brunello di Montalcino is produced from 100% Sangiovese grapes. Following harvest, the grapes undergo fermentation, likely in stainless steel tanks, to manage extraction of color, tannins, and aromatics. The wine is then aged in oak barrels, a standard practice for Brunello, which contributes to its structure, complexity, and aging potential. The specific techniques employed are guided by Gaja's philosophy of quality and terroir expression.
