Frescobaldi CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino 2020

Frescobaldi CastelGiocondo is an authoritative and powerful expression of Brunello di Montalcino, hailing from a historic estate located on the rugged southwest slopes of Montalcino. This high-altitude vineyard, characterized by its well-drained galestro soils and optimal sun exposure, produces a wine of remarkable structure, depth, and longevity. On the palate, it reveals an intense and complex bouquet of ripe blackberries, dark plums, and violets, seamlessly integrated with sophisticated notes of tobacco, leather, and exotic spices derived from extended aging in Slavonian oak. The wine is celebrated for its muscular yet refined tannins and a vibrant acidity that provides a long, savory finish, epitomizing the elegance and prestige of the Frescobaldi family's centuries-old winemaking heritage in Tuscany.

Food Pairing: Pairs beautifully with slow-braised lamb shanks, grilled Florentine steak (Bistecca alla Fiorentina), wild boar ragù, osso buco, and aged pecorino cheese.