{"product_id":"brunello-di-montalcino-docg-castelgiocondo-2018-frescobaldi","title":"Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Castelgiocondo 2018 Frescobaldi","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG Castelgiocondo 2018 Frescobaldi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG Castelgiocondo 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eFrescobaldi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a great Tuscan red that authoritatively interprets the character of \u003cstrong\u003eSangiovese grosso\u003c\/strong\u003e. It originates from Montalcino and combines finesse, structure, and balance in a bottle designed to offer immediate pleasure and an interesting potential for evolution over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e designation identifies one of the absolute references of Italian wine, an expression of the hilly territory of Montalcino, in \u003cstrong\u003eTuscany\u003c\/strong\u003e. In this case, the \u003cstrong\u003eCastelgiocondo\u003c\/strong\u003e estate produces a Brunello faithful to the style of the area, with a dry, elegant, and structured profile. The 2018 vintage presents itself as a year of harmony and balance, capable of enhancing the natural nobility of Sangiovese and the depth that arises from aging in oak and in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it shows a \u003cstrong\u003edeep ruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e with garnet reflections. The aromatic profile is complex and enveloping, with hints of ripe red fruits, cherries in spirits, tobacco, sweet spices, and delicate balsamic nuances. On the palate, the wine is full and harmonious, with a velvety texture, silky tannins, and a well-present presence of freshness that supports the drinking experience. The finish is long, flavorful, and mineral, with spicy returns that amplify the sensation of elegance and persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG Castelgiocondo 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e expresses itself best with rich and flavorful dishes, such as roasted or braised red meats, game, stewed wild boar, and traditional Tuscan preparations. It is also excellent with pici pasta with hare ragù, peposo, and aged cheeses, where structure, acidity, and tannin find a natural balance with the dish's flavor component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo best appreciate the \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG Castelgiocondo 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ideal temperature is between \u003cstrong\u003e18 and 20°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is advisable to serve it in a large red wine glass to enhance its aromas and complexity. If possible, a brief aeration before serving can help the wine open up with greater finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing this wine means bringing to the table an authoritative label from \u003cstrong\u003eFrescobaldi\u003c\/strong\u003e, capable of consistently representing the territory of \u003cstrong\u003eMontalcino\u003c\/strong\u003e and the classic style of Brunello. It is an ideal bottle for an important dinner, for a vertical tasting of Tuscan wines, or for those who wish to buy wine online focusing on a prestigious red, versatile in pairings and suitable for aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Frescobaldi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659181830530,"sku":"538o9x","price":50.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/dc2b0875f01da3c84d004210b6dd6405.jpg?v=1779231109","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/brunello-di-montalcino-docg-castelgiocondo-2018-frescobaldi-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}