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Dark cherry, blackcurrant, and plum with notes of toasted almond, earth, and grilled herbs. Fresh, balanced, and food-friendly, with a touch of sweet cherry on the finish.
Wine Advocate (94 Points):
"The Cortonesi 2021 Brunello di Montalcino La Mannella opens to savory notes of dark fruit and spice, offering a medium-rich, velvety texture that strikes a fine balance between freshness and fruit weight. Soft, supple tannins contribute to an easy, flowing palate feel, giving the wine early appeal without sacrificing structure. The La Mannella site lies not far from Montosoli and benefits from relatively cool growing conditions. Vines were planted in 1983 and 1998, and production totals approximately 35,000 bottles. The wine reflects the cooler microclimate of the site, lending freshness to the naturally ripe 2021 vintage."
Brunello di Montalcino of Tuscany has been called “The King of Wines” and this “king” is what Cortonesi specializes in. The Cortonesis established La Mannella in the ‘70s, covering 138 acres in one of the most storied areas of the entire region of Montalcino, but only 19 of those acres are dedicated to producing a world-class Brunello. They started commercially selling their wine in 1985. And today, the wines are in the more-than-capable hands of Tommaso Cortonesi, a third-generation winemaker.
The first vintage of Cortonesi’s Brunello came in 1990, which took advantage of the rocky, well-drained soils of the vineyard site, ensuring a long-aging wine. Modern technological advances, too, go a long way in producing outstanding wine.
Part of the Cortonesi portfolio, the Brunello di Montalcino Il Poggiarelli comes from a Grand Cru single vineyard of a little less than 5 acres located on the south-eastern side of Montalcino. This vibrant, powerful wine has a core of minerality that lifts the bright red fruit notes. That special aromatic signature is followed by dark fruit and balsam herb, firm tannins and fresh acidity.
Acidity: 6.1 g/L
Sugar: 0 g/L
PH: 3.47
Alcohol content: 13.35%
Vintage: 2021
Style: Red Wine
Varietal: Sangiovese
Appellation: Montalcino
Winemaker: Cortonesi
