IT Abbadia Ardenga Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Tuscany

Abbadia Ardenga, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany - The estate has a very long history, having once belonged to the powerful Piccolomini family, whose members included Pope Pius II, responsible for the construction of the town of Pienza, a masterpiece of the Renaissance.

VINTAGE 2018

TASTING NOTES:

Primary Notes: Cherry, Prune Liquorice, Violet            

Secondary Notes: Vanilla                    

Tertiary Notes: Scorched earth, leather

Body: Full 

Dryness: Very Dry

Acidity: Medium +

Tannin: Medium

Alcohol (%): 14.5%

Serving Recommendations  Decanting: 2 hours 

Serving Temperature: Best enjoyed at 16-18 Degrees 

Food Pairing: Wagyu beef steak, lechon, stir fry beef with onions

Western Food Pairing: Rack of lamb, game stew, ripe Pecorino cheese

AWARD:   JamesSuckling 91 Points

VIVINO 4.3 - Top 2% of wines in The World

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