Brunello di Montalcino | Palazzo

Brunello di Montalcino | Palazzo

Sale price€45,00
Red
Tuscany (IT)
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Sangiovese grosso 100%
Enjoy it within 8 years
15% ABV
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Production and refinement

Made from Sangiovese Grosso grapes grown on the hills of Montalcino, in dry, stony soils rich in siliceous rocks that impart natural minerality and aromatic concentration to the wine. The vineyards, trained using the cordon spur system, have an average age of 24 years and are meticulously cared for: each bunch is carefully monitored from the first shoots to full ripeness. Harvesting is strictly manual, taking place between late September and early October, allowing only the finest, ripe, and healthy bunches to be selected, ensuring quality and consistency in the finished wine. The combination of sunny exposure, natural hillside ventilation, and attentive vineyard management produces grapes of exceptional quality, essential for the elegant and structured character of Brunello Palazzo.

After destemming and crushing, the must ferments in 35–45 hectoliter stainless steel tanks, macerating on the skins for 18–20 days at controlled temperatures up to 30°C. Malolactic fermentation then follows. The wine ages for 36 months in 10-, 20-, and 25-hectoliter oak barrels, developing complexity, balance, and spicy notes. It completes its maturation with 8–12 months of bottle aging before release.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

Intense ruby red with slight garnet hues.

Olfactory examination

A broad and complex bouquet, featuring currants and small forest fruits, balsamic notes, hints of undergrowth, and sweet spices such as black pepper, vanilla, and licorice. With aging, more ethereal and profound nuances emerge.

Tasting

The palate is enveloping and harmonious, with velvety yet firm tannins, good freshness, and savoriness that enhance the fruit. It has a long persistence with spicy and balsamic echoes, finishing elegantly with a mineral touch.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Brunello di Montalcino | Palazzo ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: Italy

Region: Tuscany, Siena

Hectares of vineyards: 4

Palazzo

In 1983, Cosimo Loia purchased the "Palazzo" estate by pure coincidence, as it shared the same surname as his wife Antonietta. In 1986, together with their children, they began wine production. The estate practices integrated agriculture, using exclusively organic fertilizers and pest control for organic cultivation. The soils feature layers of original rock, particularly galestro, rich in limestone and clayey soil. Their vineyards are set in a stunning landscape: they are exposed to sunlight from morning until evening and are well protected from marine breezes.

Palazzo

The winery practices strict selection in the vineyard during the growing cycle, which allows the grapes to mature well before being harvested, strictly by hand. The Podere, a 17th-century farmhouse, has been fully restored while preserving the original structure of Tuscan farmhouses. The traditional viticulture follows a low-impact approach, and the winery and vinification facilities have been completely modernized.

Region and territory

Precious and elegant: the wines of the undisputed queen of Italian oenology

Tuscany

Precious and elegant: the wines of the undisputed queen of Italian oenology

Tuscany

Precious and elegant: the wines of the undisputed queen of Italian oenology

Tuscany

Tuscany is one of the most important Italian regions for wine, famous worldwide for its renowned labels. Here, wine truly has been part of history and culture for centuries, as far back as the 14th century with the establishment of the "Lega dei Vinattieri" (Wine Merchants Guild).
The Tuscan landscape also tells the story of the territory's strong winemaking vocation: from the hills of Chianti and the Etruscan Coast to the panoramas of Val d’Orcia and Val di Chiana, kilometers of splendid vineyards stretch out before our eyes, producing excellent wines.

Tuscany is one of Italy's most suitable regions for the production of quality wines and has conquered world markets since the 1980s. Bathed by the Ligurian Sea and the Tyrrhenian Sea, it has predominantly hilly terrain with a temperate climate, mild winters, and cool summers.
The various types of grapevines cultivated in Tuscany are greatly influenced by the soil on which they grow, ranging from sandy soils in the west to tuffaceous soils, and even clayey and calcareous soils.
A special mention goes to "galestro," a type of local soil that also gives its name to a wine from the Chianti area.

Montalcino

Montalcino is an area covering 24,000 hectares, of which only 15% is occupied by vineyards. The hill of Montalcino has numerous pedological environments due to its formation over different geological eras.

The soil becomes richer in skeleton while the active layer reduces, as these soils are formed from the decomposition of original rocks. The climate is typically Mediterranean, generally dry, but also with continental characteristics due to its intermediate position between the sea and the Central Apennines.

The presence of slopes with different orientations, the marked modulation of the hills, and the difference in altitude between valley areas and the higher territory create very different microclimatic environments, even in areas very close to each other. The most common training system in the vineyard is the spurred cordon, obtained through short pruning of a variable number of spurs.
Montalcino offers a unique pedological variety, bearing witness to different geological eras.

Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

The notes of berries, forest undergrowth, spices, and balsamic hints in this Brunello harmonize perfectly with long-cooked, equally complex dishes such as meat ragù, roasts, or preparations with aromatic herbs and truffle. In this way, the wine and food share the same aromatic profile and complexity.

Matching by contrast

Brunello, with its substantial structure, firm tannins, and vibrant savoriness, perfectly balances the richness and succulence of hearty dishes such as braised meats, game, and well-aged cheeses. The combination creates a harmonious contrast between the wine and the dish’s richness, cleansing the palate and enhancing the flavors.

It pairs well with

Grilled red meats, stewed game, braised dishes, and ossobuco, as well as aged cheeses and truffle-based dishes.

Matching by concordance

The notes of berries, forest undergrowth, spices, and balsamic hints in this Brunello harmonize perfectly with long-cooked, equally complex dishes such as meat ragù, roasts, or preparations with aromatic herbs and truffle. In this way, the wine and food share the same aromatic profile and complexity.

Matching by contrast

Brunello, with its substantial structure, firm tannins, and vibrant savoriness, perfectly balances the richness and succulence of hearty dishes such as braised meats, game, and well-aged cheeses. The combination creates a harmonious contrast between the wine and the dish’s richness, cleansing the palate and enhancing the flavors.

It pairs well with

Grilled red meats, stewed game, braised dishes, and ossobuco, as well as aged cheeses and truffle-based dishes.

Lamb with Truffle

Lamb with truffle is a simple yet flavorful main course, intensely aromatic and with a long-lasting taste. A truly satisfying dish.

Wild boar stew with prunes

An exquisite main course, ideally cooked in the same wine you're tasting. Structured, rich in flavors and aromas, for unforgettable Sunday lunches.

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