All about Brunello

Appearance

  • Color: Deep ruby that shifts to garnet as it ages.
  • Opacity: Medium to high, with a clear and bright appearance, reflecting the wine’s concentration and maturity.

Aroma

  • Primary Aromas: Cherry, plum, and red berries.
  • Secondary Aromas: Leather, dried herbs, and floral notes like violet.
  • Tertiary Aromas: With aging, Brunello develops complex aromas of dried fruit, tobacco, truffle, and sometimes a touch of balsamic or earthy nuances.

Flavor Profile

  • Fruit Flavors: Predominantly cherry, plum, and red currant.
  • Other Flavors: Notes of leather, dried herbs, and spices like cinnamon and clove, with hints of earth, tar, and tobacco emerging with age.
  • Oak Influence: Significant, as Brunello is aged in large oak casks, imparting flavors of vanilla, toast, and a subtle spiciness that enhances the wine’s complexity.

Structure

  • Body: Medium to full-bodied, offering a rich and velvety texture.
  • Tannins: High, providing a firm structure and excellent aging potential.
  • Acidity: Medium to high, contributing to the wine’s freshness and longevity.
  • Alcohol: Ranges from 13.5% to 15%

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