Brunello Pian delle Vigne

The vines grow around six kilometres south-west of Montalcino on clay-limestone soils with fine gravel, at an altitude of approximately 130 metres. After careful selection, the grapes are destemmed, gently pressed and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. Skin contact lasts approximately twelve to 21 days, depending on the vintage. After complete malolactic fermentation, the wine matures for at least two years in large oak casks holding 30 to 80 hectolitres, followed by further ageing in bottle. Typical characteristics include red fruit, cherry, plum, balsamic and spicy notes, vibrant acidity and elegant, silky tannins. The price is based on a Swiss reference price of CHF 58.65 for the 2009 vintage (AMP International).