Description
This red wine is produced since 1892 and was awarded many times for its quality. This wine is the “heart” of Barbi's production and it is made with 100% Sangiovese grapes from their best vineyards in Montalcino. Fattoria dei Barbi is located in the heart of the “hill” of Montalcino. The wine Brunello di Montalcino is born here.Barbi occupies the southern part, with soils that mix a majority of marleswith a minor percentage of clay and eocenic sands. They are protected from the northern winds by the hill of Montalcino and from the hot winds by the Mount Amiata. This situation creates an uniform climate, sunny and dry, which favours the production of long ageing wines.
The Year 2018 The beginning of the season was characterized by a mild January and a colder February with northern winds. Both months were marked by abundant rains and occasionally by snow, which was helpful for the water supply. The Spring was still very rainy with temperatures higher than average. The Summer was dryer and very hot in the second half of August. A few thunderstorms at the beginning of September refreshed the temperature and helped the grapes to reach a good and balanced maturation, even if anticipated. The harvest took place from September 17th until the 29th.
Taste
Large sip, slender and prolonged, the tannins are well integrated. Good persistence.
Food Matching
Perfect for important dishes, roasted or grilled red meats, game, venison, stewed wild boar. Excellent with mature cheeses.