{"title":"The Closures","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLe Chiuse: Brunello di Montalcino with an authentic character\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe collection \u003cstrong\u003eLe Chiuse\u003c\/strong\u003e gathers a selection of wines that precisely narrate the identity of Montalcino, with particular attention to Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino. On this page, you will find labels that interpret Sangiovese with elegance, depth, and a profile consistent with one of the most prestigious areas of Tuscany.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLe Chiuse is a name tied to a rigorous vision of viticulture and winemaking: respect for the territory, attention to detail, and a faithful reading of the vineyard's character. The result is wines capable of uniting structure, finesse, and an interesting evolution over time, without sacrificing drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe style of Le Chiuse wines\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe heart of the selection is represented by the \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e, present here in multiple vintages, including \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino 2018 DOCG Le Chiuse\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG 2017 Le Chiuse\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino 2012 Riserva Diecianni DOCG Le Chiuse\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are wines designed for those seeking a classic-profile Tuscan red, with tension, balance, and a aging potential that represents one of the most appreciated traits of the denomination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlongside the Brunello, the \u003cstrong\u003eRosso di Montalcino 2020 DOC Le Chiuse\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a more immediate and versatile expression of the same area, maintaining the recognizability of Montalcino Sangiovese but with a more ready and accessible approach during consumption. It is an ideal choice for those who wish to experience the style of the winery through a more dynamic wine, without compromising on quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and denomination\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMontalcino is an area that has made Sangiovese one of the great Italian grape varieties, thanks to a unique balance between altitude, exposures, and soil complexity. In this context, Le Chiuse wines express their connection to the denomination directly: aromatic elegance, fine tannic structure, and a taste component that unites precision and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThose who choose this collection are often looking for wines that can tell the story of the territory without superstructures, enhancing the typicity of Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino with a sober yet authoritative style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen to choose Le Chiuse\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe wines in this selection are suitable for various occasions, from important wine for a special dinner to a bottle to keep in the cellar for future evolutions. The Brunello is perfect for more meditative tasting moments and for those who love complex and long-lived reds, while the Rosso di Montalcino is suitable for more flexible consumption, while still maintaining a clear territorial imprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrunello di Montalcino: red meats, braised dishes, game, roasts, and aged cheeses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrunello Riserva: rich and structured dishes, cooked slowly with intense flavors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosso di Montalcino: first courses with ragù, grilled meats, noble poultry, and Tuscan cold cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover the selection \u003cstrong\u003eLe Chiuse\u003c\/strong\u003e on Italian Wine Selection and choose the wine that best interprets your way of experiencing Brunello di Montalcino.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"brunello-di-montalcino-2012-riserva-diecianni-docg-le-chiuse","title":"Brunello di Montalcino 2012 Reserve Ten Years DOCG Le Chiuse","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBrunello di Montalcino Riserva Diecianni DOCG Le Chiuse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino 2012 Riserva Diecianni DOCG Le Chiuse\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the most thoughtful and ambitious expression of the winery, designed to give Sangiovese time to achieve balance, complexity, and depth. It is a wine that arises from a precise choice: to favor natural evolution and the ability to endure over time, maintaining an authentic connection with the tradition of Montalcino and with the historical identity of \u003cstrong\u003eLe Chiuse\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from the territory of Montalcino, one of the absolute references of Italian wine for great aging reds. The idea behind the Riserva Diecianni is to enhance the character of the grape variety and the production area through prolonged aging, capable of making the wine more harmonious and complex before its release. 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Aging in large Slavonian oak barrels helps to define a harmonious style, where the fruit remains the protagonist and the wood supports without overpowering, keeping the wine agile and consistent with the denomination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents the typical ruby red color of Sangiovese, vivid and bright. On the nose, sensations of red fruit, freshness, and a clean, essential yet expressive aromatic weave emerge. On the palate, the \u003cstrong\u003eRosso di Montalcino 2020 Le Chiuse\u003c\/strong\u003e shows juiciness, balance, and a smooth drinkability, with present but not aggressive tannins and a pleasant acidic tension that supports the sip. 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