2019 San Giorgio “Ugolforte” Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscano, Italy – WS 95

2019 San Giorgio “Ugolforte” Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscano, Italy – WS 95

$69.95

Description

The name “Ugolforte” comes from a well-known bandit which during the XII century has lead the rebellion of Montalcino’s people against the power of Siena.

The San Giorgio estate vineyards, which are rich in calcareous deposits and clay, are essentially a continuation of the coveted Poggio di Sotto site in Castelnuovo dell’Abate where the 25 year old Sangiovese Grosso vines benefit from the constant breeziness and moderately temperate zone of southeastern Montalcino.

The fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with gentle and repeated pumping over, allowing a long maceration and slow release of noble and fully ripe tannins. Aging is carried out in 30hl (about 800 gallon) Slavonian oak casks over a period of 24 months.

pH level: 3.56, Acidity: 5.41 g/L Alcohol: 13.5 %

 

“Vibrant acidity and refined tannins seep into the fabric of this round red, which is laced with cherry, raspberry and floral aromas and flavors. Mineral and underbrush accents add depth as this plays out on the long, dusty finish. Best from 2026 through 2043. 8,300 cases made, 2,000 cases imported.” – 95 points, Wine Spectator