2005 Castello Banfi Rosso di Montalcino
| Vineyard: | Castello Banfi |
| Price: | $22.99 |
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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 Sangiovese clones, Rosso di Montalcino is considered 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 at least 6 months in the bottle before release. It is deep ruby-red in color with a dry, round, velvety taste and generous body - characteristics ...
Expert Reviews
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CellarTracker Community Tasting NotesCommunity Tasting Notes (average 85.4 pts. and median of 85 pts. in 8 notes)
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Wine & SpiritsRating: 90/100 - As reviewed by Wine & Spirits Magazine on 04/08
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Vintage ChartRating for Italy-Tuscany: 92 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: drink now<br/>



