{"product_id":"brunello-di-montalcino-docg-poggio-alloro-2016-banfi","title":"Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Poggio all'Oro 2016 Banfi","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG Poggio all'Oro 2016 Banfi\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG Poggio all'Oro 2016 Banfi\u003c\/strong\u003e is a wine of great prestige, an expression of Sangiovese in one of its most authoritative interpretations. It originates from a careful selection of grapes from the Poggio all’Oro vineyard and combines depth, elegance, and the ability to evolve, offering a refined reading of the Montalcino territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine comes from the Poggio all’Oro vineyard, located in the hilly area on the southern slope of the Municipality of Montalcino, about 250 meters above sea level. The favorable microclimate and the nature of the soil contribute to the creation of a \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e that is complex and characterful. The grapes are \u003cstrong\u003e100% Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e, sourced from internal selection, and the wine is produced only in excellent vintages. The style is that of an important red, built to combine precision, structure, and finesse, with a clear vocation for aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the glass, it presents an intense ruby red, which over time may shift towards garnet hues. On the nose, it expresses a rich and enveloping profile, where fruit intertwines with spicy notes, with hints of tobacco and chocolate. On the palate, it is full, austere, and velvety, with well-present but balanced tannins supported by a harmonious texture. The structure is significant, the progression is elegant, and the finish leaves a persistent and profound sensation, typical of great wines from Montalcino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG Poggio all'Oro 2016 Banfi\u003c\/strong\u003e shines with dishes of great gastronomic intensity. It is ideal with braised red meats, important roasts, game, and wildfowl. It also pairs very well with aged and flavorful cheeses that can support its structure. It is a wine that authoritatively accompanies an important dinner, a tasting menu, or a celebratory occasion where balance and personality in the glass are essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo appreciate it at its best, the ideal temperature is \u003cstrong\u003e18-20 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e. If possible, it is helpful to open it a little in advance to promote oxygenation and allow the bouquet to express itself more fully. In the presence of a young bottle relative to its evolutionary potential, it may be even more enjoyable after a few minutes in the glass or with a brief and delicate decanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing this wine means bringing to the table one of the most prestigious interpretations of the Montalcino territory signed by Banfi. \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG Poggio all'Oro 2016 Banfi\u003c\/strong\u003e combines rigorous selection, aromatic complexity, and great potential for evolution, making it a solid choice for those seeking an important red for collection, as a gift, or for the cellar. It is a wine capable of standing out today and growing over time with further depth and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Banfi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56659199459714,"sku":"f998ecdac3","price":128.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/brunello-di-montalcino-docg-poggio-alloro-2016-banfi","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}