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Tuscany Address
Loc. Podernovi 53024 Montalcino, Siena Contact
Name
Stefano Cinelli Colombini Phone
Number
+ 39 0577848277
Fattoria dei Barbi Description
This is certainly one of the "realms"
of brunello and of agriculture understood in the Tuscan sense: it
produces not just wine, therefore, but also oil, salted meats, cheese,
etc. The estate is old and originated with the Colombini family,
present in Montalcino ever since 1352 and owners of the Barbi estate
since 1790. The vineyards extend over 86 heactares, about 20% of
the total area, and have an easterly or south-easterly exposure.
Tasting Notes: The Brusco's
patented method of vinification produces a full-bodied wine with
fruity and spicy aromas. Grapes are de-stemmed but not pressed,
and pumped into stainless steel tanks for a prolonged fermentation.
The wine is kept on the lees under a carbon dioxide blanket for
three months to develop its unique character. It is then pressed
and aged for one year in the tank followed by six months bottle
conditioning before release. Sensory analysis: Intense perfume
with scents of mature red fruits as prune and cherry. The taste
is dry, warm, supple and harmoniously tannic. The aftertaste presents
the same notes of fruits of the bouquet and light notes of spices
as black pepper. Grape varieties: Sangiovese
100% Food Pairings: It is the perfect with appetizers, full-flavoured main courses,
pasta with savoury sauces, roasted vegetables, cold meats and medium
cheeses. Total production: 20.000 bottles
each year. Awards Won:
Tasting Notes: This red wine
is produced since 1892 and was awarded many times for its quality.
the colour is intense ruby red. Sensory analysis: The bouquet
is of red berries, black berry and cherry with hints of spices and
liquorice. The taste is warm and ample, with a good structure and
soft tannins. The aftertaste presents the same notes of fruits and
spices of the bouquet. Grape varieties: Sangiovese 100% Food Pairings: perfect for important
dishes , roasted or grilled red meats or game. Excellent with mature
cheeses. Serve at a temperature of 18° C. Total production: 200.000 bottles.
Awards Won:
Tasting Notes: This Riserva
of Brunello is made with a special selection of grapes collected
from our best vineyards in Montalcino. The ageing in barrel and
in bottle is longer than the one for a regular Brunello, thus the
wine has a deeper concentration and a wider complexity of aromas. Sensory analysis: Very intense
ruby red with shades of garnet. The bouquet is very complex with
fruity and spicy flavours with hints of blackberry, black-currant
and tobacco. The taste is supple, warm, tannic and well structured
with an aftertaste of fruity and spicy aromas that enhances the
great persistence. Grape varieties: Sangiovese 100% Food Pairings: Wine for important
occasions, matches roast or braised meat, game and mature cheeses.
Serve at a temperature of 18°C. Total production: Awards Won:
Tasting Notes: The “Vigna
del Fiore” is an unique vineyard: its 14 acres (5.7 hectares)
are situated in an area where the vine is cultivated since the XVI
century. It is one of the southern vineyard in the whole area of
Brunello di Montalcino and one of the oldest. Sensory analysis: Dark ruby
red with hues of garnet. Intense and persistent perfume, with scent
of spices and stewed fruit.The taste is warm, very supple, harmonious
and well-balanced. With very long after taste. Grape varieties: Sangiovese 100% Food Pairings: It is a wonderful
wine for roasted and grilled red meats. Delicious with haute cuisine
dishes. Serve at a temperature of 18°C. Total production: Awards Won:
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