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Brunello di Montalcino GUALTO D.O.C.G. Riserva
denominazione di origine controllata e garantita (D.O.C.G.)
(controlled and guaranteed denomination of origin)
The wine: Made from carefully selected grapes, harvested in vineyards with the best exposure, aimed at obtaining a Brunello di Montalcino of incomparable refinement and sophistication.
Soil characteristics: sandy soil with shells, marl and a good amount of limestone.
Planting density: 5,000 plants/hectare.
Cultivation method: buttressed string.
Vines: 100 percent Sangiovese.
Wine making technique: gentle pressing, fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature of 26-28° C, managed with moderate repassings; peel steeped for 15-20 days with post-fermentation steeping at 28-30° C.
Refining technique: 36 months in 25- to 60-quintal oak barrels. An additional two years of aging takes place in bottles.
Aging potential: "Gualto" is a wine with excellent aging potential because of the high quality of the raw materials selected in the field. Even after being stored for many years, the wine maintains its original elegance, along with the aromatic development that characterizes great wines.
Conclusion: The great substance and refined sensory experience of the wine, the result of the careful selection of the clones, the choice of terrain, and pruning before and during the harvest, make it age well over a long period of time. It would be interesting to open a bottle, after many years, with trepidation and a spirit of discovery, to enjoy a magical experience.
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