About the wine
The big booming Italian red giving Amarone a run for its money
- Brunello di Montacino is a strong contender for the title of Italy's biggest and grandest wine, right up there with Amarone and the Super Tuscans. It's a good job too, because it means the hard work and hoops that must be jumped in order to make this classy number is all worth while.
- It's a rather fiddly process you see. You need 100% Sangiovese grapes from young vines that are then aged for 5 years, with 2 spent tightly tucked away in barrels. After a grueling wait the end product is finally released on new years day 5 years after the year it was harvested.
- The end product is well worth the wait. Beautifully perfumed with a mix of violets, red berries and truffles. The palate is well structured, with the most delicate touch of tart tannins, amping this rich Italian red up several notches. This Brunello di Montalcino is a real gem for any Italianophile.
Best before
Drink now to 2028
Serving advice
Open/ decant 10 minutes before serving
Food match
Perfect with simple dishes - cheese, ham, salami and bruschetta
Contains sulphites
Always check the label
Italy
Tuscany
Sangiovese
Big Red
15.0% ABV
75cl
Vegan
Vegetarian
Wine profile
Meet the winemaker - Maurizio Tornesi
Maurizio’s family has been in the business since 1865 and he is so proud to carry on their tradition of showcasing Italian grapes at their best.
Recently joined by his daughter, Elisa, this is one dynamic duo and they are very excited to share classic Sangiovese flavours with Angels.
Their passion for their wines is palpable and, with family at the heart of everything they do, we just know they are going to be a hit.
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