Castello Romitorio Brunello di Montalcino 2021

A beautiful and distinctive, light-red Brunello with aromas of fresh red fruit and hints of oak aging. The palate opens full and fresh with ripe tannins. The finish is long and aromatically strong.

Castello Romitorio in the famous Brunello di Montalcino is owned by the artist Sandro Chia, who bought the dilapidated azienda in 1984 to live there. He restored the buildings and planted Sangiovese vines on the surrounding slopes.

 

The vineyards are located in the cool, northwestern part of Brunello. This has proven to be a major advantage, as unlike the warm south, the grapes here ripen more slowly and for longer. This is crucial for the beautiful acidity that characterizes a great Brunello. The grapes are harvested by hand and fermented in stainless steel tanks. This is followed by 24 months of aging in small oak barrels and another 12 months in the bottle.

Drinking at
A lovely wine paired with mushroom and truffle dishes, as well as grilled meats. Once matured, it also pairs beautifully with other dishes.


Shelf life
Accessible even when young after decanting. Its flavor is at its peak between 5 and 10 years after the harvest.