MARCHESI FRESCOBALDI
-The Tenuta CastelGiocondo-
Dominated by the ancient castle and a small medieval village.
To the south-west of Montalcino, Tenuta CastelGiocondo is situated at an altitude of around 300 metres, an ideal terroir for the production of Sangiovese.
The village of Castelgiocondo overlooks the historic estate of the Frescobaldis in Montalcino: an ancient stronghold built in 1100 to defend the road leading from the sea to Siena. The property is one of the first 4 to begin producing Brunello di Montalcino in 1800, and its historic importance is represented on the label of Castelgiocondo by the figure of a condottiere from a celebrated fresco of the Sienese artist Simone Martini.
CASTELGIOCONDO BRUNELLO
“CastelGiocondo’s unique location in Montalcino, with its varied exposure and terrain – galestro, clay and Pleocene sands – offers infinite nuances to this Brunello. A multi-faceted experience that evolves over time and entices us to discover, taste and remember, again and again.”
Lamberto Frescobaldi
-Tasting notes, vintage 2016-
CastelGiocondo 2016 is yet another chapter that encapsulates the wonderful story of this wine.
- The ruby-red colour is vibrant and intense.
- The wide-ranging bouquet is utterly elegant with fruity sensations that pervade the nose when you first smell it. Hints of forest fruits and ripe red berries, accompanied by elegant floral notes, are the predominant aromas. When left to breathe, it releases scents of spices and balsamic notes, which give it remarkable balance and complexity.
- When tasted, it reveals a dense yet elegant tannic texture that, together with its characteristic mineral quality, envelops the palate and leaves alasting impression thanks to its harmonious balance. The finish is long, warming and persistent, with resurging hints of sweet spices and balsamic notes.
-Awards, vintage 2016-
James Suckling: 95 Points
Wine Advocate: 93 Points
Falstaff: 95 Points
Vinous: 93 Points
Luca Gardini: 97+ Points
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