Brunello di Montalcino Riserva "AdAlberto" DOCG 2012 Caprili
| Sommelier score | 93/100 | 2024 |
| 3 Bicchieri gambero rosso |
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| 4 Grappoli AIS |
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| Winery | Caprili |
| Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Docg |
| Vintage | 2012 |
| Grapes | 100% Sangiovese |
| Alcohol content | 15,00% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | 5837SI |
| Winery headquarter | Caprili - Montalcino (SI) - Podere Caprili, 268 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Roast meat, Meat and game stew, Fillet with green pepper, Florentina Steak, Meat stewed, Gnocchi al ragù, Grilled meat, Medium-aged cheeses |
| Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Style | Full-bodied and intense |
| Wine list | Brunello di Montalcino |
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG Winery Caprili is a great Italian red wine. It’s made from 100% Sangiovese grapes. Bunches are harvested, selected and fermented in stainless steel vassels at a controlled temperature for 20-25 days. Brunello di Montalcino DOCG maturation takes place in small oak barrels for 48 months, than the wine is bottled. During the bottling time, refinement process goes on for 16 months in cellar. This wine is released on the market only 5 years after vintage and it can age for more than 30 years, if it’s properly conserved.
Characteristics of this Brunello Riserva wine
It presents a ruby, almost garnet red colour. On the nose it releases a very elegant and intense bouquet. Robust and persistent wine, with a dry and warm taste.
Recommended pairings while tasting this wine from Tuscany
It should be served in a wide crystal glass at a temperature of 18-20°C. We suggest to uncork the bottle 3 hours before serving, in order to enhance its qualities. It can be paired with main courses, game meat, grilled or stewed red meat and aged chees.
