Red

Brunello di Montalcino

La Fornace

Toscana · Italy

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Sangiovese
Country
Italy
Region
Toscana
Appellation
Brunello di Montalcino
Alcohol
14.5%
Body
full
Acidity
high
Tannin
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

game meat · roast red meat · pasta with meat sauce · aged cheeses

Rated vintages

  • 2020

  • 2019

  • 2018

  • 2017

  • 2016

  • 2015

  • 2014

  • 2013

  • 2012

    Truffle, new leather, coconut and spiced plum aromas come together in the glass. The taut, full-bodied palate delivers mature black cherry, licorice, coffee and ground pepper set against a backdrop of fine-grained tannins that give it a firm texture. Drink 2019–2027.

  • 2011

    Subdued aromas of spirits, raisin, menthol and resin emerge on this. The bulky palate shows blistering alcohol and a hint of raisin but it lacks fruit richness. Grainy tannins leave a raspy finish.