TASTING NOTES

Delicate aromas of new leather, wild berry, chopped mint and a balsamic whiff of eucalyptus come together on this stunning wine. The palate is still youthfully restrained, but already offers juicy cherry, raspberry compote, star anise and a hint of truffle set against tightly wound, refined tannins.

THE CELLAR

Umberto Salvioni, who had studied agriculture, chose to make wine so that he could offer it to his friends. His son Giulio decided to extend the range of friendship, creating a winery that could produce a limited number of bottles of absolute excellence.Following his degree in Agriculture, Giulio’s son David joined the family concern to help with vine husbandry and winemaking. More recently, his sister Alessia has completed the team, working alongside her father on marketing, sales and administration.

VINEYARDS

Azienda Salvioni produced its first Brunello di Montalcino wine in 1985 from grapes from La Cerbaiola vineyards. The plantations cover 20 hectares and are divided into three plots of vines with grapes Sangiovese, ranging in age between 10 and 25 years. The vineyards are planted at an altitude of 420 to 440 meters above sea level, and each plot is characterized by its own different microclimate and soil composition.

VINIFICATION

Vinification takes place in the cellar of the winery located next to the vineyards in 35-40hl stainless steel vats and usually lasts 28-30 days depending on the vintage. The fermentation occurs naturally in the days following the harvest where there is no temperature control.

Ageing: after racking, the clean wine remains in the stainless steel vats for a few more months during which time the malolactic fermentation occurs very naturally before it is put in barrels. For ageing the wine, the winery has always used big 18-22hl medium toasted Slavonian oak barrels. 

Bottle Ageing: Once Brunello has completed its ageing period in barrels, which often lasts up to 36 months, it is bottled where it ages until it.

FOOD PAIRING

This Brunello combines perfectly with roasted red meats and game.