Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Poggio alle Mura 2017

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Poggio alle Mura 2017

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Poggio alle Mura 2017 by Banfi is an important red wine with great personality, an expression of a selected cru in the vineyards surrounding Castello Banfi, in the southern part of Montalcino. It is a bottle designed for those seeking an authoritative Brunello, rich in fruit, well-structured, and capable of elegantly accompanying the great dishes of Italian tradition.

Territory and wine style

This Italian wine originates in one of the most famous territories of Tuscany, where Sangiovese finds one of its most prestigious interpretations. The position of the cru Poggio alle Mura, linked to Castello Banfi and the southern area of Montalcino, helps define a balanced style between fruit maturity, taste depth, and precision. The winemaking process involves fermentation in steel with traditional maceration, followed by a long aging that enhances complexity and evolution.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents an intense ruby red that tends towards garnet, a sign of an already harmonious evolution. On the nose, aromas of violet, ripe red fruit, berries, plum, and cherry emerge, along with hints of blackberry and raspberry jam, cigar box, and spices. On the palate, it is full, concentrated, and well-structured, with soft tannins, good depth, and a long finish, supported by a pleasant spicy imprint and a slight touch of well-integrated wood.

Recommended pairings

The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Poggio alle Mura 2017 pairs perfectly with grilled or braised red meats, braised dishes, flavorful game, and important roasts. It is also excellent with aged cheeses and rich dishes from Tuscan cuisine, finding its maximum expression with structured preparations, where tannin, concentration, and persistence can best express themselves.

Serving temperature

To best appreciate the Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Poggio alle Mura 2017, a serving temperature between 18 and 20 °C is recommended. If possible, it is helpful to open it in advance or decant it, to promote oxygenation and allow the bouquet to develop more fully.

Why buy it

Choosing this Brunello means opting for a prestigious label, capable of uniting territorial identity, aromatic richness, and structure worthy of a great aging red. It is an ideal choice for an important dinner, for a dedicated tasting, or to enrich one’s cellar with a valuable, elegant, and satisfying Tuscan wine, perfect also as a classy gift.