{"product_id":"fattoria-dei-barbi-brunello-di-montalcino-2018-750ml","title":"Fattoria Dei Barbi Brunello Di Montalcino 2019 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFattoria dei Barbi\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Montalcino's most historic and respected estates, with a winemaking tradition stretching back centuries. The Colombini family has been farming these lands since the 18th century, and the estate today remains one of the benchmarks for classic, age-worthy Brunello — wines built on structure, terroir integrity, and the long-term vision that defines the appellation at its finest. Fattoria dei Barbi farms its own vineyards, produces its own olive oil and pecorino, and operates one of Montalcino's most celebrated wine museums, embodying the full culture of the Tuscan estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate's vineyards are planted on the southeastern slopes of Montalcino, where \u003cstrong\u003egalestro and clay-limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e combine with the area's warm, dry climate to produce \u003cstrong\u003eSangiovese Grosso (Brunello)\u003c\/strong\u003e of exceptional concentration and aromatic complexity. The southeastern exposure delivers ripe, structured fruit while preserving the freshness and acidity essential to Brunello's legendary longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing harvest, the wine undergoes extended maceration and fermentation before aging for a minimum of \u003cstrong\u003efive years\u003c\/strong\u003e — including at least two years in large Slavonian oak casks — in accordance with Brunello di Montalcino DOCG regulations. The result is a wine of classical structure, with the depth and tannic architecture to evolve gracefully over decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 opens with a \u003cstrong\u003eclean, bright aromatic profile of plum, dark cherry, blueberry, and orange peel\u003c\/strong\u003e, with notes of cedar, nutmeg, and a mentholated freshness. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied with \u003cstrong\u003efirm, polished, slightly chalky tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e, rich texture, and a long, structured finish with hints of licorice and wild herbs. Fresh, velvety, and still quite primary — this is a wine with an exceptional future ahead of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Offering a clean and bright fruit profile… The fruit presented in this vintage is fresh, velvety, nicely contoured and still tastes quite primary in nature. This bodes well for the wine's future bottle evolution… Great job here.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— \u003cstrong\u003eThe Wine Advocate, 95 Points. (Vintage 2019). \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Blueberry and orange peel with some cedar and nutmeg in the aromas and flavors. Medium to full body with firm and polished tannins and a flavorful finish. Polished and refined, yet structured.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— \u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling, 95 Points. (Vintage 2019). \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Fresh and lively… flavors of cherry, strawberry, earth and herbs, with crisp tannins emerging on the finish. Approachable now but should improve with a few more years of age. Drink now through 2038.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— \u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator, 92 Points. (Vintage 2019). \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Opens with a mentholated freshness, blending savory herbs with wild strawberries and camphor hints… Crisp red berry fruits cascade throughout and are supported by brisk acidity. This finishes tannic and long.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— \u003cstrong\u003eVinous, 91 Points. (Vintage 2019). \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sangiovese Grosso (Brunello)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuscany, Italy\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brunello di Montalcino DOCG\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2019\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eÉlevage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 5 years; 2+ years in large Slavonian oak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bistecca alla Fiorentina, braised wild boar, lamb, aged Parmigiano-Reggiano, and classic Tuscan preparations. Decant for at least one hour; best from 2026 onward.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"67Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46971394621723,"sku":"N026932","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1789\/4171\/files\/p4upuqkg7dvekxgo9gbd.jpg?v=1787594836","url":"https:\/\/67wino.shop\/products\/fattoria-dei-barbi-brunello-di-montalcino-2018-750ml","provider":"67","version":"1.0","type":"link"}