Castiglion del Bosco ‘Campo del Drago’ Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2012

Producer Information

Purchased by Massimo Ferragamo in 2003, Castiglion del Bosco, after major investment in the vineyards and winery, has been restored to its position as a leading Montalcino estate. The estate, with 62 hectares of vineyards (51 of which are permitted for Brunello production) is located in the Val d’Orcia National Park, a UNESCO site, to the north west of Montalcino, near Buonconvento. Locally trained oenologist, Cecilia Leoneschi, who has been working at the winery since 2003 oversees the vineyards and the cellar.

Vineyards

The grapes for this single vineyard Brunello are sourced from a 1.5 hectare plot at the top of the hill is known as ‘Campo del Drago’. The vines are planted at a density of 4,500 vines per hectare and are Guyot trained. The vineyard is located at 460 metres, facing south/south west towards the Tyrrhenian coast, from which arrives a constant breeze that reduces humidity. The soil is ‘Galestro’ formed of layers of sandstone and clay, which is rich in limestone giving finesse, aromatics and complexity to the wines and the potential to age.

Winemaking

The grapes are hand-picked and whole bunches are pressed. The wine is fermented in stainless steel at 28° for 20 days. After fermentation, the juice is matured in French barriques, 25% new and 75% first and second passage, for 24 months before bottling. After bottling, the wine spends a further 24 months in bottle before release.

Vintage Information

A cool spring with frequent showers led to a delay in budding and powerful vegetative growth. A warm summer balanced the growing year, bringing excellent ripeness, tannic structure, elegance and harmony. A fantastic vintage with excellent potential for ageing.

Tasting Note

Ruby red in colour with complex aromas of red berries, sour cherry and delicate spice. A Brunello with character and structure with superb acidity and balance. This wine has excellent potential for ageing.

Food Pairing

Serve with rich meat dishes, game, roasted meats and strong cheese.

Serving Suggestion

Serve at 16°C.

Press

Shows some power, yet stays on the elegant side, offering cherry, tobacco, spice and leather flavors. Solid and long, with dusty tannins lining the finish. Best from 2020 through 2033” 93 points, Bruce Sanderson – Wine Spectator

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
100% Sangiovese Grosso
Natural Cork
14%

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