{"product_id":"la-torre-brunello-di-montalcino-2020","title":"La Torre Brunello di Montalcino 2020","description":"\u003ch4\u003eA Benchmark Brunello from Southern Montalcino\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa Torre Brunello di Montalcino 2020 comes from a small, certified organic estate near Sant'Angelo in Colle, on the sun drenched southern edge of the Montalcino appellation. Made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso and aged five years as DOCG rules require, this vintage earned 96 points from Wine Advocate's Monica Larner, who praised its balance, freshness, and restrained use of oak. It is a wine built for patience and for sharing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby red with garnet reflections at the rim, this Brunello opens with wild berries and forest fruit, layered with notes of tobacco leaf and sandalwood. The palate is full bodied and firm, with the fruit and fine oak tannins in close balance, finishing long and savory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBraised Beef Short Ribs:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine's firm tannins and bright acidity cut through the richness of slow braised beef.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAged Pecorino with Truffle Honey:\u003c\/strong\u003e A classic Tuscan match, where the wine's savory depth meets the cheese's nutty sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePorcini Mushroom Risotto:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earthy mushroom flavors echo the wine's own forest fruit and tobacco notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary:\u003c\/strong\u003e The herbal lift of rosemary draws out the wine's sandalwood and spice character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eServing and Storage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe at 16 to 18°C, ideally decanted for an hour to let the aromatics open up. This 2020 is approachable now but will reward cellaring, with a recommended drinking window through 2040. Store bottles on their side in a cool, dark place away from vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eA Gift for Wine Lovers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 96 point, organic, five year aged Brunello makes a memorable anniversary gift or a standout choice for corporate appreciation. Its pedigree and track record speak for themselves, no explanation needed when the bottle arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe La Torre Estate\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa Torre farms 36 hectares near Sant'Angelo in Colle, with just 5.6 hectares under vine across four separately harvested plots on Eocene soils rich in pietraserena, galestro, and limestone. The estate released its first Brunello, the 1982 vintage, in 1987, and describes its approach as traditional but not conservative: time honored methods paired with ongoing field research and environmental care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Torre","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":67704840913148,"sku":"17626","price":170.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0519\/7335\/7723\/files\/017626.jpg.thumb.1280.1280.jpg?v=1791984827","url":"https:\/\/vyno.ca\/products\/la-torre-brunello-di-montalcino-2020","provider":"Vyno","version":"1.0","type":"link"}