2020 Brunello di Montalcino

Tasting notes:

This is a classic Brunello. Full-bodied and loaded with finesse and a juicy acidity, the palate is smooth and delivers generous and concentrated red cherry fruits with notes of pepper and licorice.

Producer description:

Ciacci estate was bequeathed to Giuseppe Bianchini in 1985 and his now run by his children Paolo, winemaker, and Lucia. A former professional cyclist, Paolo run several charities for mental health and many other issues. His infectious laugh and will to get things done translate into his wines. The wines are sourced from organically farmed vineyards sitting at 240 to 360 meters. Here, the Sangiovese grapes thrive on schistic galestro clay soils and are well-ventilated and naturally protected from the diseases. The wines are fermented in a mix of temperature controlled stainless steel and glass concrete vats and aged for a long period in oak barrels.