Podere La Vigna - Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2012 – Montalcino Italy

Podere La Vigna Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2012 represents the estate’s highest expression of Sangiovese, produced only in vintages where quality and balance allow for a Riserva selection. Structured, deep, and long-lived, the wine reflects the classic power and elegance of Brunello from Montalcino.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Sangiovese Grosso
• Region: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Montalcino Italy
• Vintage: 2012
• Aging: Minimum 24 months in medium-large oak barrels
• Bottle Aging: At least 6 months before release
• Production: Approx. 3,500 bottles
• Style: Full-bodied long-aging Brunello Riserva

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Wild blackberry, black plum
• Spice: Cinnamon
• Mineral: Crushed stone
• Structure: Compact tannins, deep savory finish

The wine opens with layered aromas of dark fruit, spice, and subtle mineral notes. On the palate it is structured and compact, balancing power with elegance and finishing long, savory, and harmonious as the wine continues to evolve with time.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Produced only in vintages that meet the estate’s Riserva standards
• Small-production wine with strong aging potential
• Classic Brunello structure built on depth and balance

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Braised meats and game dishes
• Roasted lamb or beef
• Aged cheeses and traditional Tuscan cuisine

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Brunello collectors who enjoy structured, age-worthy wines
✓ Drinkers who appreciate traditional Sangiovese depth and complexity
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light or easy-drinking reds