Argiano : Brunello di Montalcino 2018

The roundness and complexity of a Brunello di Montalcino wine

The estate

From its name evoking the Roman god Janus to its history shared over the course of the centuries with many noble families, Argiano treads cheerfully across the ages without ceasing to conquer the hearts of the most ardent wine-lovers.

Today, Bernadino Sani oversees this precious Tuscan vineyard planted mostly with Sangiovese but also grape varieties that are typical of Bordeaux, and which pays great attention to the mosaic of terroirs that make up Argiano. To react to the vine and respect it, organic and regenerative agriculture is practiced and the wines are vinified in the most natural way possible.

The vineyard

This Argiano wine is a Brunello di Montalcino made from vines aged between 10 and 50 years old, situated between 250 and 280 metres above sea level on soils composed of clay, pebbles and limestone. With hot, dry summers, this wine-growing area produces wines that are small in quantity but known for their depth and aromatic range.

Winemaking and ageing

Once de-stemmed, the grapes were delicately pressed before fermentation with indigenous yeasts and maceration in stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation in concrete vats. Aged for a minimum of 24 months in Slavonian oak barrels. After bottling without filtration, the wine is aged for a further 12 months.

Blend

Sangiovese (100%)

Characteristics and tasting tips for Brunello di Montalcino 2018 from Argiano

Tasting

Nose
Full and complex, the nose gives off red fruit notes mingled with those of aromatic herbs and spices.

Palate
Round and structured, the palate unveils silky tannins which draw out to a fresh and lingering finish.

To serve

For the best tasting, open the bottle about one hour before tasting. Serve between 14 and 16°C.