Brunello di Montalcino Casa Raia 2021

The “Brunello di Montalcino” from Casa Raia is born from the desire to produce an authentic, territorial, and traditional wine. The ancient estate from the 13th century, from which the winery originated, is located west of Montepulciano and was renovated in 1997 by Ludmilla Temertey. Since 2006, Ludmilla's daughter, along with her husband, has decided to commit to wine production, restoring the old vineyard that currently spans just under five hectares. The Sangiovese Grosso grapes used for this bottle come from a single hectare where the oldest vines, planted 44 years ago, are located. In the vineyard, organic farming has always been practiced with the aim of promoting biodiversity and maintaining the natural balance of the ecosystem.

Casa Raia produces its “Brunello di Montalcino” starting from meticulous work in the vineyard, focused on the attention first of all to the plant and its entire life cycle. The Mediterranean climate and the altitude of about 400 meters above sea level prevent fog and frost that could damage the fruits; at the time of harvest, a careful hand-picking is carried out to select only the best bunches.hand to select only the best bunches. In the winery, the grapes are destemmed without crushing: the breaking of the berry occurs by gravity through falling into 30hl Allier oak barrels, which are located in the underground cellar. Fermentation is initiated by indigenous yeasts and after malolactic fermentation, the wine matures in barrel for 48 months. The production is limited to about 2000 bottles.

The "Brunello di Montalcino" from the Casa Raia winery shows in the glass with a bright central ruby framed by garnet reflections; the nose is filled with elegant aromas characterized by an opening on dark ripe fruit, such as marasca and blackberries, followed by well-integrated tertiary aromas of cocoa, truffle, and leather; on the palate, the sip is broad, rich, silky, with fine and elegant tannins, all supported by a pleasant savoriness.