BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO ‘VIGNA DEL FIORE’ DOCG | 2021

Vigna del Fiore is the southernmost vineyard of Fattoria dei Barbi and one of the southernmost vineyards within the Brunello di Montalcino appellation. It is a narrow valley of pure Galestro where the grapes ripen perfectly, sheltered from both cold northerly winds and the hot Scirocco. The nearby Ribusuoli stream contributes to the vineyard’s natural water balance. The result is a Brunello of remarkable elegance and rare complexity.

Grapes Variety 100% Sangiovese

Vineyards Estate vineyards located in the municipality of Montalcino and registered for the production of Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. Soil: Galestro. Altitude: 350 m a.s.l. Average Vine age: 35 years. Exposure: South – South East. Training System: Cortina semplice. Vines per hectar: 4.130. Yeld per hectar: 55 quintals/ha.

2021 Growing Season The 2021 vintage in Montalcino was relatively dry (684 mm of rainfall) and recorded one of the coolest average temperatures of the past decade (18.4°C). Winter was mild, while warmer temperatures in early April encouraged early budbreak. During the night of 7–8 April, a light frost affected the lower-lying vineyards, reducing yields. May and June brought average seasonal temperatures, while good water availability through August promoted recovery from frost stress, ensuring gradual vine growth and excellent fruit health. July recorded no temperatures above 35°C, while August saw only four days exceeding this threshold, resulting in a moderate summer with cool nights that favoured excellent phenolic maturity. September was dry, with just 16 mm of rainfall recorded on the night of the 16th, providing ideal conditions for healthy fruit.
Harvest took place between 16 and 30 September.
What had initially appeared to be a challenging vintage ultimately proved to be of outstanding quality.

Vinification and Ageing Depending on the characteristics of the vintage, the destemmed and crushed grapes may undergo cryomaceration, a cooling technique that enhances the extraction of anthocyanins and polyphenols from the grape skins. Alcoholic fermentation lasts approximately 16–19 days at a controlled temperature of 27–28°C, followed by malolactic
fermentation. The wine is matured for at least two years in small- and medium-sized oak casks before being transferred to larger oak casks, then bottle-aged for a minimum of four months.

Chemical Analysis Alcohol 15.0% vol. – Total acidity 5.75 g/L – Volatile acidity 0.58 g/L – Residual sugar <0.5 g/L – Dry extract 31.4 g/L

Tasting Notes
Colour: Deep, brilliant ruby red.
Bouquet: Fine and elegant, with pronounced yet delicate aromas. Forest floor and dried tobacco are intertwined with hints of red berry fruit.
Palate: Remarkably fine and elegant, with dense, silky tannins supported by fresh, well-balanced acidity. The finish is smooth and lingering.

Food Pairing Ideal with richly flavoured dishes, braised red meats, game, grilled meats and mixed roasts. Excellent with mature hard cheeses. Also enjoyable on its own as a meditation wine.

Serving Temperature 18°C.

Ageing Potential 15-50 years.

Bottle Storage Store bottles horizontally in a cool, dark place at 12–14°C.

Bottle Format 750 ml Bordeaux bottle.

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