2018 Altesino Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany
We visited Altesino back in July 2021, riding a Vespa 76 km each way from Greve in Chianti. We can't recommend 152 km on a Vespa, but we can absolutely recommend this wine from one of Montalcino's great producers.
Tasting Notes
"Violet, wild berries, tobacco, chocolate and a touch of vanilla, with a graceful, velvety palate of tart red fruit and clean mineral lines. Pair with bistecca alla fiorentina, wild boar ragù or aged pecorino." — Harvest Wine Shop
Details
Variety: 100% Sangiovese (Sangiovese Grosso)
Region: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany, Italy
Winemaking: Aged at least 36 months in large (5,000L+) Slavonian oak casks, then 6 months in bottle
Volume: 750ml
Alcohol: 14.5%
Critic Scores: 95 James Suckling, 93 Wine Advocate, 92 Wine Spectator
Serving Suggestion: Decant 60 minutes; serve at 60–65°F.
Must be 21+ to order wine. Please allow 1–3 business days for wine to ship.
About Altesino
History
Set amongst the north eastern hills of Montalcino the imposing structure of the 15th century Palazzo Altesi overlooks the estate. Built by the Tuscan family Tricerchi, whose marble crest can still be seen set over the old oak entrance door, since 2002 Altesino has been owned by the Gnudi Angelini family and the tecnichal and productive sectors avails of the collaboration of Paolo Caciorgna.
The company is a ventureer of the various and important structural innovation that have involved the Brunello di Montalcino for forty years. As a forerunner in the pursuit of excellence, with the introduction of the “Cru” concept (Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli) concept in 1975, Altesino was the first winery to use barriques in 1979. In 1977, the first Grappa di Fattoria was created and produced by Altesino, thanks to the help of the master distiller Gioacchino Nannoni. this put into evidence, at that time, the winery’s modern concept of wine production. Over the last forty years an intense relationship has been developed with the land full of history, with its almost sensual beauty that is physically perceived and its subtle charm that reaches the body and soul. This is the philosophy that inspires Altesino to produce wine and maintain its culture.
Philosophy
The winery’s outlook combines an essential respect for the trust in tradition with a forward-looking perspective, resulting in wine that retains the unique and high quality reputation of Brunello.
From its emphasis on traditional methods of agriculture, the careful hand selction of the grapes, to the rose bushes wich overlook each of the vines – Altesino firmly maintains its control over quality, principle that governs every aspect of life and work at the estate. The company’s philosophy has always been to create high quality wines and this is why so much attention is devoted to every single detail, not only at each stage of production, but also to their marketing, including communications and image.
Shipping information
All orders are shipped/delivered, no pickup options. Please track your package using UPS tracking link — someone 21 or older must accept the package. UPS will attempt twice, then will return to us.
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