2015 Caparzo Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, ItalyABOUT THIS WINE There are several areas of origin for the grapes. The first being, Caparzo which is at 220 meters (720 feet) above sea level in the northern part of the appellation; 8 hectares (20 acres). The soil is composed of sandy clayey Pliocene sediments. The second area is La Caduta" which is at 300 meters (985 feet) above sea level in the southwestern part of the appellation; 7 hectares (17. 5 acres). The soils are composed of loosely packed

The noble rot embodies the role of aromatic precursor and its understanding is essential since only the seeds in perfect concentration will be harvested

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Fontsainte's intensely sunny

including the Clos des Guettes

smoky wood tones

the richness of the native soil of their vineyards

Minimal SO2 addition at harvest

Our vineyard here is planted in moderate-yield Pinot Noir

no additions or subtractions except for SO2

For several years grapes from the [80-year] old vines in Les Chétillons were included in the vintage wine

a judge at the British and World Cheese Awards and recipient of the Guild of Fine Food Lifetime Achievement Award

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