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The Fiore is the most Southern vineyard in the Fattoria dei Barbi estate, in the Southern area of Montalcino’s district. It is a narrow valley with shale soil, here the grapes for the future Brunello Vigna del Fiore ripen perfectly, protected from cold winds and hot Sirocco. The result is a sumptuous Brunello, elegant and complex.

Terroir

This 14-acre (5.7-hectare) vineyard has been cultivated since the 16th Century. It is one of the most Eastern and oldest vineyard sites in the Brunello zone (planted in 1939). The particular exposition and composition of the soil results in a Brunello with a very elegant bouquet, balance, and added complexity.

Vinification

Following harvest, the fruit undergoes a pre-fermentation cold maceration (“cold-soak”), which consists of cooling the grapes at a temperature of 3°-5°C (37 – 41°F) in an anaerobic environment (under a CO2 blanket) to protect the fruit from oxidation. This non-alcoholic, aqueous extraction increases color intensity and stability, softer astringency and tannins, and more body and aromatics. After 48 hours, the temperature is raised and alcoholic fermentation begins, lasting 16 -17 days and temperatures reach 29°- 30°C (81 – 86°F). After racking and malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in small-medium oak barrels (500L – 20HL) for the first months, followed by two years in 30HL Slavonian oak casks. The wine rests in bottle for four months before release.

Tasting Notes

Deep ruby red color with garnet notes on the rim. Complex aromas of cherry, blackcurrant, plum, almond and vanilla with hints of balsamic. The aromas repeat on the palate which is smooth and balanced with added spice and a long, persistent finish. This wine is generally ready to drink soon after release and has an excellent capacity to age

Food Pairing

Perfect for important dishes, roasted or grilled red meats, game, venison, stewed wild boar. Excellent with mature cheeses.

Appellation

Montalcino

Sizes Available

750 ML

Awards & Recognition

93 points
James Suckling

igger style for Barbi, but it still remains fresh and flavorful with dark-berry, walnut and dried-flower character. It’s medium-bodied with lightly chewy tannins and fresh fruit at the end. Rather complex. Drink or hold.

91 points
Vinous

igger style for Barbi, but it still remains fresh and flavorful with dark-berry, walnut and dried-flower character. It’s medium-bodied with lightly chewy tannins and fresh fruit at the end. Rather complex. Drink or hold.

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