M�rke: Tenute Silvio Nardi

Format : 0,75

Gradering : 13% Vol.

Cru di Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

Production area: Manachiara vineyard located in the municipality of Montalcino with a southeast expo­ sure at approximately 300 m a.s.l.

Grape varieties: 100% Sangiovese

Soil: Sands rieb in quartz and Pliocene clays

Training system: Spurred cordon with 4,500 plants/ha.

Harvest: Manual i n cases in the first half of October with careful selection of the finest grapes.

Vine making and aging: Total destemming; fermentation and maceration for at least 20 days at a controlled temperature of 28/30' C. Maturation for 12 months in French oak barriques (Allier), followed by 18 months in large oak barrels from Slavonia. Subsequent aging in bottles for more than a year.

Characteristics: Intense, deep ruby red colour with slight garnet high­ lights. Clean, intense and complex aromas with hints of ripe fruit, accompanied by floral notes, enhanced with a delicate spicy component. On the palate
offers a mellow first impact that continues with an assertive evolution, supported by the right degree of acidity. Has great structure supported by supple, sweet and enveloping tannins with a very good length. An excellent wine to lay down.

Food pairing: meat dishes.