Brunello di Montalcino | San Guglielmo

Brunello di Montalcino | San Guglielmo

Sale price€55,00
Red
Tuscany (IT)
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Sangiovese 100%
Enjoy it within 5 years
13.5% ABV
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Production and refinement

Produced from grapes grown in a single plot, a small vineyard in Montalcino known as "Campo dei Veggioni," the Brunello di San Guglielmo saw its first bottle with the 2016 vintage.

As per regulations, it ages for five years, two of which are spent in oak barrels, the remainder in stainless steel, and four months in the bottle.

Organoleptic analysis

Visual exam

A beautiful garnet red, vibrant and lively.

Olfactory examination

On the nose, the aromas create a kaleidoscope of rare intensity: the initial floral notes of peony and dog rose quickly give way to a succession of fruity scents, including plums and black cherries, punctuated by precise spicy hints. Then, notes of cocoa, cinnamon, tamarind, and nutmeg emerge.

Tasting

On the palate, it is full-bodied and well-structured, with prominent tannins. The tannins are silky, and the persistence is excellent. A classy red wine that does not go unnoticed.

Contents index

From the vineyard to the table: discover our wine

Ready for a journey to discover Brunello di Montalcino | San Guglielmo ? We will now take you to delve deeper into every aspect of this exceptional wine through three key sections:

Cellar

Come and learn about the history and values ​​of the winery which passionately grows and transforms grapes into wine

Territory

Immerse yourself in the land that gives life to these unique grapes, discovering the climate and terroir that influence its character

Pairings

Get expert advice on the perfect pairings that will enhance both the wine and your meal

The winery

Country: Italy

Region: Tuscany, Siena

Hectares of vineyards: 2

San Guglielmo

The world of wine is rich with stories: stories of people, places, and spaces that intertwine, sometimes guided by intent, more often by chance. The story of Cantina San Guglielmo carries the powerful narrative of events that, over the centuries, seem disconnected, but are not. In the western quadrant of Montalcino, there is a parcel known as Il Chiesino. Here lie the rows of San Guglielmo's Sangiovese, a single vineyard of just one and a half hectares, gently stretched out on a slope entirely surrounded by oaks and holm oaks. In its simplicity, it is breathtakingly beautiful. Ilaria Martini runs the winery with the help of her father and husband and has decided to start bottling only in recent years, after a long period of winemaking and grape supply.

San Guglielmo

The story of San Guglielmo begins with Ilaria's grandfather, Guglielmo Martini, one of the founding members of the Brunello di Montalcino consortium. Today, after a long journey and a strong desire for independence, Ilaria and her family have been able to dream again, reconnect with nature and their past, and shape their lives through wine and working the land.

Region and territory

Precious and elegant: the wines of the undisputed queen of Italian oenology

Tuscany

Precious and elegant: the wines of the undisputed queen of Italian oenology

Tuscany

Precious and elegant: the wines of the undisputed queen of Italian oenology

Tuscany

Tuscany is one of the most important Italian regions for wine, famous worldwide for its renowned labels. Here, wine truly has been part of history and culture for centuries, as far back as the 14th century with the establishment of the "Lega dei Vinattieri" (Wine Merchants Guild).
The Tuscan landscape also tells the story of the territory's strong winemaking vocation: from the hills of Chianti and the Etruscan Coast to the panoramas of Val d’Orcia and Val di Chiana, kilometers of splendid vineyards stretch out before our eyes, producing excellent wines.

Tuscany is one of Italy's most suitable regions for the production of quality wines and has conquered world markets since the 1980s. Bathed by the Ligurian Sea and the Tyrrhenian Sea, it has predominantly hilly terrain with a temperate climate, mild winters, and cool summers.
The various types of grapevines cultivated in Tuscany are greatly influenced by the soil on which they grow, ranging from sandy soils in the west to tuffaceous soils, and even clayey and calcareous soils.
A special mention goes to "galestro," a type of local soil that also gives its name to a wine from the Chianti area.

Montalcino

Montalcino is an area covering 24,000 hectares, of which only 15% is occupied by vineyards. The hill of Montalcino has numerous pedological environments due to its formation over different geological eras.

The soil becomes richer in skeleton while the active layer reduces, as these soils are formed from the decomposition of original rocks. The climate is typically Mediterranean, generally dry, but also with continental characteristics due to its intermediate position between the sea and the Central Apennines.

The presence of slopes with different orientations, the marked modulation of the hills, and the difference in altitude between valley areas and the higher territory create very different microclimatic environments, even in areas very close to each other. The most common training system in the vineyard is the spurred cordon, obtained through short pruning of a variable number of spurs.
Montalcino offers a unique pedological variety, bearing witness to different geological eras.

Recommended pairings and dishes

Matching by concordance

A red wine of great class, with body and intense aromatic persistence: it therefore calls for pairing with equally structured dishes rich in aromas, even in elaborate preparations—achieving a superior taste balance.

Matching by contrast

This Brunello di Montalcino is an intense, complex wine with a beautiful structure and noticeable but not overwhelming tannins. We recommend pairing it with dishes that have a certain richness to play on the contrast: the tannins will cleanse the palate, preparing it for the next bite. The wine's salinity can also be used to contrast dishes with a slight sweetness.

It pairs well with

White or red meat dishes, traditional Tuscan preparations with game.

Matching by concordance

A red wine of great class, with body and intense aromatic persistence: it therefore calls for pairing with equally structured dishes rich in aromas, even in elaborate preparations—achieving a superior taste balance.

Matching by contrast

This Brunello di Montalcino is an intense, complex wine with a beautiful structure and noticeable but not overwhelming tannins. We recommend pairing it with dishes that have a certain richness to play on the contrast: the tannins will cleanse the palate, preparing it for the next bite. The wine's salinity can also be used to contrast dishes with a slight sweetness.

It pairs well with

White or red meat dishes, traditional Tuscan preparations with game.

Juniper-Infused Hare

A rich, generous, and highly aromatic main course. It can be enhanced with chestnuts, which add a slightly sweet touch to the dish, along with onions, potatoes, and carrots. For an extra touch of elegance, you can cook it with the wine you plan to serve alongside.

Wild boar stew with prunes

An exquisite main course, ideally cooked in the same wine you're tasting. Structured, rich in flavors and aromas, for unforgettable Sunday lunches.

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