2019 Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino
Grape
Sangiovese
Its Origins
Founded in the sixties by Primo Pacenti, Canalicchio di Sopra remains family-owned. Its establishment represented a substantive risk, as Pacenti, a peasant farmer up until the abolition of the sharecropping system, possessed little in the way of security. The Brunellos of the estate largely reflect the wine’s historical paradigm, a character derived, in part, through 36 months of cask aging, and 1 year in bottle. The northern zone, the area relative to Canalicchio, evidences a cooler climate than that of its southern counterpart; this northern terrain receives limited exposure to both the Mediterranean influence of Montalcino and the cooling breezes that the latter’s high altitude affords, resulting in wines that display impressive ripeness and structure.
What The Critics Say
96/100 Vinous, Eric Guido
"Dusty violets, lavender and cloves accentuate dried black cherries as the dramatic 2019 Brunello di Montalcino smolders up from the glass. This is impossible to ignore, bursting with energy as depths of ripe red fruits, chalky minerals and exotic spices saturate all they touch, balanced by textures of pure silk. The 2019 finishes with fantastic length and concentration, leaving a staining of tart blackberry and hints of orange that curl the tongue as crunchy tannins tug at the palate. It's rare to see such a combination of vibrancy and power. Canalicchio di Sopra nailed it in 2019. Wow." Drink 2026 - 2042
95/100 Decanter, Michaela Morris
"After excellent showings from the 2018 vintage, Canalicchio di Sopra follows up with an impressive trio of 2019s. There is also a highly promising Riserva waiting in the wings... In the meantime, the current releases kick off with the estate Brunello, which is assembled from vines that are at least a decade old. It's a model of freshness and energy, backed by substance and staying power. Aromas of mint, lavender and tobacco lead to a radiant core of warm stone and red currants. The tannins are direct and linear, giving a firm grip to the dense fruit. Bitter citrus to finish." Drink 2025 - 2037
95/100 Fallstaff, Brunello di Montalcino Trophy Tasting 2024, Othmar Kiem, Simon Staffler
"Bright ruby red, flint. Fragrant, juicy cherry, sweet savouriness, very fine and inviting, dried flower petals. Juicy on the palate, with great succulence and polished tannins, with tension and clear fruit, very well done, great Brunello."
| Variety | Sangiovese |
|---|---|
| Region | Tuscany |
| Closure | Cork |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Alcohol | 15.00% |
| Maturity | 2025 - 2042 |
This Wine Goes Well With
Taste
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