Banfi has unveiled the 2017 classic of Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. As soon as dubbed the “Builders of Brunello,” the vineyard property is credited with bringing the trade’s consideration to this southern Tuscan area.
The 2017 classic displays Banfi’s pursuit of manufacturing the highest-quality Brunello, the posh class driving the corporate’s premium tier development. Banfi’s flagship Brunello is outpacing the class at +35% development*, with optimistic developments anticipated for the rest of 2022.
Following two five-star vintages, 2017 was characterised by difficult circumstances which nonetheless yielded a superb Brunello. “The 2017 classic was pushed by sizzling temperatures and low rainfall. Early harvesting yielded a higher focus of acidity balanced with wonderful ripeness within the grapes,” stated Enrico Vigliercho, normal supervisor of Castello Banfi. “The ensuing wine is characterised with comfortable, easy tannins well-integrated with a powerful acidity that offers this Brunello a vigorous and highly effective construction.”
The Sangiovese grapes are grown in stony, calcareous and well-structured soil at an altitude of 720 toes above sea stage at Castello Banfi, Banfi’s family-owned vineyards and vineyard. The wine rested in Banfi’s signature hybrid tanks leading to a structured, fruit-forward and velvety wine. The 2017 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG is distinguished by a fruit-laden nostril, with decisive hints of purple berry jam, completely balanced with notes of licorice and pipe tobacco.
Over 4 many years in the past, the Mariani household got down to create a extra excellent Brunello and produce it to customers globally. Years of groundbreaking analysis led to the invention and cautious choice of Sangiovese clones for the optimum expression of Brunello . For the great of the Montalcino territory, Banfi brazenly shared their analysis with wine producers throughout the area. The household’s imaginative and prescient got here to fruition as Brunello di Montalcino turned Italy’s first wine to obtain DOCG standing.
Banfi’s U.S. enterprise skilled a +25% development in income in 2021, with optimistic developments persevering with via the primary quarter of 2022. This 12 months the corporate introduces a brand new brand – its first outward communication since its change in portfolio technique. Led by third era household proprietor and present CEO Cristina Mariani-Could, Banfi streamlined its portfolio in 2020 pivoting its focus to its proprietary labels. The emblem reinforces heritage and household, and the corporate’s deal with wine since pre-prohibition instances.
“I draw inspiration from my household whereas forging a brand new path for Banfi, and I’m proud to bolster our legacy with our new brand,” stated Mariani-Could. “‘For a Higher Wine World’ is a perception and a promise, one which connects our U.S. and Italian colleagues whereas additionally demonstrating Banfi’s international repute. Our winery property, dedication to schooling and sustainability, and the standard of our wines are a supply of delight for our group.”
The Castello Banfi 2017 Brunello di Montalcino is priced at $80 for a 750ml bottle.
For extra data, head over to the vineyard’s official web site.
