Brusco dei Barbi

Brusco dei Barbi
Brusco dei Barbi

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The label is the original one, designed by Giovanni Colombini in 1969, the year of its first release as an IGT Toscana. De wijn is vernoemd naar een vrijgevochten heer genaamd "Bruscone" die in de bossen bij het Barbi landgoed woonde.

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  • Wine Country
  • Grape varieties wine
    Sangiovese
  • Wine-food combination
    The versatility of the wine matches white meats, cured pork cuts, spicy saues, fresh cheeses and traditional pizzas.

About this wine

Description & facts

This wine is the result of long studies regarding the fermentation of grapes from
Montalcino, done by Giovanni Colombini in the s’60 and ’70. It is a very versatile red wine, never excessive, ideal to share with friends the pleasure of conviviality. It is made mostly with Sangiovese, uncomplicated and straightforward, and shows its typical fruity notes.

Producer
Brusco dei Barbi
Country of origin
Wine Region
Classification
IGT Toscana
Vintage
2017
Grape varieties wine
Sangiovese
% of grape varieties wine
90% Sangiovese, rest various red varietals
Tasting note
A bouquet of bright fruit nose presents red berries and wild strawberries, enriched by subtle floral notes.supple on the palate, fresh-tasting and delightfully drinkable.
Wine-food combination
The versatility of the wine matches white meats, cured pork cuts, spicy saues, fresh cheeses and traditional pizzas.
Vinification
According to the seasonal development the grapes, once destemmed and crushed, undergo a colling process with e a drop in temperature down to 16°C in order to help the extraction of anthocyanins and polyphenols from the skins.and give more stability to the colour. The following alcoholic fermentation lasts 10/12 days under a controlled temperature of 27-28°C. Ageing: stainless steel vats.
Location Vineyard
Located in the district of Montalcino
Soil
Marl & Clay
Closure
Cork
Bottle size
750 ml
Serving temperature
18 °
Ageing potential
Ageing potential of 4 to 5 years
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