About this wine
- Year
- 2015
- Type
- Red
- Region
- Tuscany
- Country
- Italy
- Grape variety
- Brunello
What to look for
- Deep garnet colour with brick edges as it ages
- Aromas of dark cherry, plum, leather and dried flowers
- Firm tannins that grip the mouth, balanced by bright acidity
About the producer
Casanova di Neri is a respected estate in Montalcino known for traditional winemaking and careful selection of fruit from their own vineyards.
About the year
The 2015 vintage in Tuscany was warm and dry, producing concentrated wines with good balance. Brunello requires five years of ageing before release, so this wine is now entering its drinking window with several years of life ahead.
Grape characteristics
Brunello is a clone of Sangiovese grown only in Montalcino. It produces wines of power and elegance, with earthy notes and a structure that rewards patience.
About the region
Montalcino sits on clay and limestone hills south of Siena. The elevation and exposure create conditions for slow ripening that builds complexity and freshness into the wine.
Tasting profile
Expect dark cherry and plum with undertones of leather, tobacco and dried herbs. The wine shows the earthy character typical of Montalcino, with layers that unfold as it breathes.
Serving suggestions
Serve at 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Decant for 30 minutes to an hour before drinking. Use a large burgundy glass to let the wine open up.
Also pairs well with
- • Beef steak with herbs
- • Wild boar ragù
- • Aged hard cheeses
- • Roasted game birds
- • Mushroom risotto
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