2008 Castello Romitorio Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany, Italy

The 2008 Castello Romitorio Brunello di Montalcino DOCG is a mature and compelling expression of 100 % Sangiovese from a respected estate in Tuscany’s Montalcino appellation, showing both the power and finesse that come with long aging.

After many years in bottle, it typically reveals evolved aromas of dark cherry, dried red fruit, tobacco, leather, sweet spice and forest floor, with savory herbal nuances and integrated oak.

On the palate it is medium- to full-bodied with refined, softened tannins, balanced acidity and a long finish where lingering fruit and tertiary complexity linger in harmony.

This Brunello pairs beautifully with rich Italian dishes such as braised beef, grilled lamb, wild game or porcini-based pastas, and is equally rewarding with aged cheeses or simply savored on its own as a contemplative, well-aged classic.