2017 Le Macioche Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

Red wine 14.5% Vol

This impressive Brunello di Montalcino from 2017 captivates with its harmonious balance between strong acidity and a structure of firm, yet ripe tannins. The wine presents itself as a substantial treat, without ever seeming heavy. Its long, balanced and complex finish invites contemplation and pure enjoyment. It is a wine that is best enjoyed alone, to appreciate its full glory.

Grape variety: 100% Sangiovese

Serving recommendation: 8-11°

Colour: Ruby red

Nose: Undergrowth, leather, ripe black fruits and camphor.

Taste: Full-bodied and enveloping, the palate shows fleshy Morello cherries, blood oranges and liquorice alongside taut, enveloping tannins.

Food Pairing: Ideal as an aperitif or with rich meat dishes, spicy cheese and hearty risottos.

Le Macioche, today known as Famiglia Cotarella, is a traditional winery in Montalcino, Italy, known for its excellent red wines, including Rosso di Montalcino DOC and Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. Originally founded in 1979 by Matilde Zecca and Achille Mazzocchi, the winery was taken over by Riccardo Cotarella and his family in 2017. The winery's vineyards cover an area of 6 hectares, including 3 hectares of Sangiovese for Brunello, and are located in a unique position that receives hot air from Sant'Antimo and cold air from Montalcino. This leads to a high thermal variation, which gives the wines their characteristic aroma. The vinification takes place in a wine cellar, which is located under a low hill on which the company buildings also stand. Since 2018, the winery has been fully certified organic.

Distributor: AZIENDA AGRICOLA LE MACIOCHE SRL, 53024, Montalcin, Italy