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Le Ragnaie Brunello di Montalcino 2015
Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, ItalyRiccardo and Jennifer Campinoti purchased this Montalcino property with a mix of old vines and younger plantings, and established Le Ragnaie in 2003. The organically-farmed estate is divided into three distinct parcels across 42 acres in Montalcino. These vines are the highest in Montalcino, some reaching above the DOCG mandated 1,960 feet above sea level. As one of the highest points in the region, it became famous for bird catchers, hence the traditional birdcatchers' net that graces the label (Ragnaie is Etruscan for spiderweb, reminiscent of the netting). This Brunello comes from 3 sites and vines up to 80 years old. Super elegant, with ripe cherry, raspberry, on a plump, juicy palate, with grippy, long, well-integrated tannins running the length of this svelte wine to a lingering finish. The generosity of the 2015 vintage is evident but so well handled here. Drinking beautifully now and with time ahead.Tasted: 13 May 2021Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| ON | $115.95 | 750ml | consignment |
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Grape: Sangiovese
