Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG 2012 "Assunto" Bellaria
Sommelier score | 96/100 | 2024 |
Winery | Bellaria |
Denomination | Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG |
Vintage | 2012 |
Grapes | Sangiovese 100%. |
Alcohol content | 14,50% |
Cl | 75cl |
Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
Code ICQRF | 6313 SI |
Winery headquarter | Bellaria - Montalcino (SI) - Loc. Bellaria |
Bottle size | Standard bottle |
Combination | Cold cuts and salami, Tagliatelle with mushrooms, Roast meat, Pasta with meat sauce, Meat and game stew, Hard cheese, Sliced beef, Florentina Steak |
Region | Tuscany (Italy) |
Style | Full-bodied and intense |
Wine list | Brunello di Montalcino |
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG “Assunto” is a great Italian red wine from Tuscany region. It’s made from 100% Sangiovese grapes. Bunches are harvested, selected and fermented in stainless steel vessels at a controlled temperature for 20-25 days. Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2010 maturation takes place in small oak barrels for 48 months, than the wine is bottled. After bottling, refinement process goes on for 7-8 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 Brunello di Montalcino wine
It presents a ruby, almost garnet red colour. On the nose it releases a very elegant and intense bouquet. Robust and persistent wine, dry and warm in taste.
Recommended pairings while tasting this Brunello wine
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.