1998 Castello Banfi Rosso di Montalcino
| Vineyard: | Castello Banfi |
| Price: | $23.49 |
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| Varietal: | Sangiovese |
| Style: | Red Wine |
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Castello Banfi Rosso di Montalcino is a wine of noble origins and impressive original thinking. Made from 100% select Brunello clones, Rosso di Montalcino is classified as Brunello's younger sibling. Rosso di Montalcino is aged less than its elder counterpart - 12 months in wood (half in French oak barrique and half in Slavonian oak casks) followed by one year in the bottle. It is deep ruby-red in color with a dry, round, velvety taste and generous body - characteristics similar to those desired ...
Expert Reviews
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Wine Enthusiast
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Vintage ChartRating for Italy-Tuscany: 86 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: quite possibly over the hill<br/>



