{"product_id":"frescobaldi-castelgiocondo-brunello-di-montalcino-2020-750ml-introductory-offer-pre-sale","title":"Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino 2020 750ml (Introductory Offer - Pre-Sale)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA polished and expressive Brunello offering ripe Tuscan fruit, savory woodland character, refreshing acidity and a firm, age-worthy finish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWine Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrescobaldi CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino 2020 is an elegant and layered expression of Sangiovese Grosso from one of Montalcino’s most historic estates. Situated southwest of Montalcino, the CastelGiocondo vineyards rise approximately 300 to 400 meters above sea level, with favorable southwest-facing exposures and a diverse combination of clay, sand and schist soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis varied landscape brings complexity and definition to the wine. The 2020 vintage opens with aromas of ripe black cherry, raspberry and pomegranate, followed by violet, rose and subtle woodland notes. With time in the glass, savory layers of licorice, white pepper, star anise, toasted spice and earth begin to emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium to full-bodied, the palate begins soft and velvety, with generous ripe fruit balanced by refreshing acidity and dense, finely structured tannins. The finish is long, savory and mineral-driven, showing the depth and restraint expected from classic Brunello di Montalcino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sangiovese Grosso grapes are carefully selected in the vineyard and again at the winery. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks, with frequent pump-overs during the early stages to encourage color, aroma and gentle extraction. The wine is subsequently matured in wood and refined in bottle until it reaches its characteristic balance and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout CastelGiocondo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastelGiocondo is a remarkable historic estate dominated by an ancient castle and medieval village. Its vineyards benefit from elevation, well-drained soils, warm Tuscan sunshine and cooling Mediterranean influences—all ideal conditions for producing structured, aromatic and long-lived Sangiovese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diversity of the estate’s soils and exposures allows Frescobaldi to create a Brunello with remarkable depth and evolving complexity. Each glass reveals something new, from vibrant red and dark fruit to floral, earthy and spice-driven nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent companion to braised beef, osso buco, roasted lamb, wild mushrooms, truffle dishes, aged Pecorino Toscano and Parmigiano-Reggiano. It is also a natural match for traditional Tuscan preparations, including pappardelle with wild-boar ragù and bistecca alla Fiorentina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe at approximately 60–65°F in a large red-wine glass. When enjoyed young, decanting for one to two hours will help reveal the wine’s aromatic detail and soften its youthful structure. Delicious beginning in 2026, it also has the balance and tannic foundation for further development in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eExpert Ratings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\"\u003eJames Suckling: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePretty Brunello with licorice, smoky woodland and ripe black cherries. Medium-bodied, soft and velvety at the start, then thick with an austere finish. Refreshing acidity. Good definition and savoriness here, yet it’s mostly fruity. Needs time to develop greater complexity. Drinkable now, but best from 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDavide Bozzon has been the resident winemaker at Castelgiocondo since this 2020 vintage. Given the hot conditions, he kept macerations to under 28 days to rein in the power and keep the wine from becoming too heavy. After one year in neutral barriques, it refines for a further two in large Slavonian oak casks. Grenadine and macerated red plum are topped with chocolate, rosemary and oregano. Smooth and polished on entry, luxurious fruit is laced with espresso and leather. Despite its girth, a concentration of frisky acidity persists through the core. That charming touch of Tuscan rusticity is felt in its dry, dusty tannins on the back end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 \u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\"\u003eWine Spectator: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eFresh and expressive, this red displays cherry, raspberry, earth, leather and menthol flavors. There are gripping tannins, yet it's the vivid acidity that makes a stronger impact as it propels the long finish. Best from 2028 through 2045. 25,000 cases made, 3,000 cases imported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePouring a saturated magenta\/ruby hue, the 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino is warming with ripe fruit on the nose, including tarry notes of baked black cherries, pine sap, polished leather, and toasted oak spice. While it's full-bodied, it keeps a snappy lift of crunchy acidity, with a rich coating texture and notes of dark chocolate-covered orange on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProdProReviews_review\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWine Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; max-width: 700px; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eMarchesi Frescobaldi\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eTenuta CastelGiocondo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eMontalcino, Tuscany, Italy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Variety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e100% Sangiovese Grosso\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003eDry, medium- to full-bodied red wine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px; border-bottom: 1px solid #dddddd;\"\u003e14.5% ABV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 12px;\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrescobaldi CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino 2020\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany, Italy | 750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"67","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53914850197787,"sku":"210000060987","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1789\/4171\/files\/ghngktwkulsbifayjppl.jpg?v=1788977984","url":"https:\/\/67wine.com\/products\/frescobaldi-castelgiocondo-brunello-di-montalcino-2020-750ml-introductory-offer-pre-sale","provider":"67","version":"1.0","type":"link"}