Canalicchio di Sopra - Brunello di Montalcino 2015 (750ml) Serralunga d'Alba

Canalicchio di Sopra - Brunello di Montalcino 2015 (750ml) Serralunga d'AlbaA significant new release for Canalicchio di Sopra, La Casaccia is a single vineyard close to the winery in the district of Canalicchio, north of the town of Montalcino. Comparing it to his plots in Montosoli, owner Francesco Ripaccioli describes the soil here as a heavier brown clay with lots of magnesium giving more generous growth. It produces a relatively weighty, substantial wine with firm, sturdy tannins and balancing acidity. Notes of sage,

Dark chocolate nib and fresh espresso notes mingle with the fruit

It shows a velvety and integrated texture

ideal for growing this vibrant varietal

Varietal vinification: Grenache/Mourvèdre in the same tank and Syrah in an other tank

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decidedly complex

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red currant and toasted sweet oak notes

following Tom’s rapid sales growth and early successes within the wine industry

a variety of Piedmontese grapes

fragrant earth and cedar

the Ama is an absolute delight