Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2021 Le Chiuse

What kind of wine it is

The Brunello di Montalcino from Le Chiuse is a red wine made exclusively from Sangiovese grapes (in the local selection known as Sangiovese Grosso). It shows the character of a young Brunello, with present fruit and still lively tannins. Its profile lends itself to being enjoyed already in the short to medium term.

Where it comes from

Le Chiuse is a historic estate in Montalcino, dating back to the eighteenth century and linked to the Tenuta Il Greppo of the Biondi Santi family. The vineyard, once destined for the Biondi-Santi Brunello Riserva, is now run independently by Simonetta, granddaughter of Ferruccio Biondi-Santi. The distinctive microclimate and soil, together with vines descending from the original stocks selected by Ferruccio, define the wine’s character.

How it is made

Grapes are harvested by hand. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, with a maceration on the skins of twenty days. The wine then ages for four years in Slavonian oak casks, a long process that refines its structure and balance.

Tasting notes

In the glass it shows a ruby red color. The nose offers aromas of sour cherries and plums, sweet spices and leather, with iron and herbal hints. On the palate it has the profile of a young Brunello: the tannins are still lively and the fruit is fairly persistent.

Food pairings

It pairs well with red meat mains and game, especially substantial, structured dishes. It works nicely with a pork roast with prunes, echoing the wine’s dark-fruit notes.

When to serve it

A red for a dinner with friends or an important meat-based meal. Best enjoyed in a wide-bowled glass, opening the bottle a little in advance to soften the tannins and let the aromas emerge. Though not intended for long aging, it is well suited to drinking in the short to medium term.