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GRAPES VARITETIES: Sangiovese
TASTING NOTES: The fruit arises delicately from a bed of aromatic herbs such as thyme and rosemary with hints of liquorice root. On the palate the captivating structure reveals silky tannins backed up by the usual sensation of freshness that is instrumental for the fine balance whic lies at the heart of the Biondi-Santi tasting experience. The finish is long and surprisingly savoury, adding to the gastronomic personality of this Brunello.
FOOD PAIRINGS: Roast lamb | Pasta with game ragù | Dishes with mushroom sauces
BRAND NAME: Biondi Santi
When it comes to Italian wine, it seems as though Biondi Santi was the first to do it all. They became the first estate to receive a DOCG certification from the Italian government, the first to create Brunello di Montalcino, and the first to hold a generations-long family legacy at the top of the industry. With such prestige comes immense focus, creativity, and tradition. Known for their wines with unheard-of longevity, (they still have reserves of the original 1888 Brunello di Montalcino vintage in their cellar!) Biondi Santi has carved out a name in the record books and continues to uphold this impressive run. Located southeast of Montalcino, Biondi Santi's vineyard, Tenuta Greppo, has seen many transformations throughout the estate's storied history. Tenuta Greppo began as a small 4-acre vineyard, then was later upgraded to 25 acres of 100% Sangiovese. It was the brilliance of Ferruccio who created Fontodi's unique grape, Brunello Biondi Santi, better known as BBS11. With over 150 years of winemaking, Biondi Santi has perfected Brunello di Montalcino and produced spectacular vintages.
