Description

CastelGiocondo is produced from an uncompromising selection of the finest Sangiovese grapes, in vineyards whose ideal elevation, well-drained soils, and southwest-facing exposure yield all of the qualities that converge to produce the finest expression of this ancient grape variety. It is an elegant, well-balanced wine of magnificent structure.rGrape Varietals:r100% SangioveserTasting Notes:rCastelgiocondo Brunello 2009 is alively, luminous ruby -red colour with vermillion highlights. The nose offers a melangeof berries, among which, blackberry dominates with floral notes of violets. Spicy black pepper and cardamom, followedby fresh notes of juniper, and toasted coffee and hazelnuts. The texture is dense withelegant tannins, full bodied. Thefinish is very long and warm; spicy notes are joined by equally intense fruity notes.rFood Pairing: rBeef stews, braised meats and aged cheeses.r94 Points – James Suckling, “Wonderful depth and richness to this wine for 2009. It’s full-bodied, with a clean, polished tannin texture and a long, long finish. Last for minutes on the palate. A triumph for the vintage.”r90 Points – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, “The 2009 Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta di Castelgiocondo opens to good color and concentration with aromas of prune and black fruit. The wine also presents evolved tones of dried tobacco and bresaola that make it feel slightly older than it really is. The expert use of wood (the wine ages in barrel for 36 months) is of special note: It has successfully added much of the tannic structure and intensity that generally lacks in 2009 Brunello.”rrrrr