Donatella Cinelli Colombini : Casato Prime Donne Brunello di Montalcino Prime Donne Selection 2020

Characteristics and tasting advice for Donatella Cinelli Colombini's Casato Prime Donne 2020

Tasting

Color
The wine has a bright ruby red color.

Nose
The nose reveals intense and fine aromas, marked by spicy notes, fruits and undergrowth.

Palate
The palate is characterized by a broad and robust structure, with a beautiful harmony and remarkable persistence.

Food and wine pairings

This Brunello di Montalcino pairs perfectly with red meats, game and aged cheeses.

Service and aging

The Casato Prime Donne 2020 should be served at a temperature between 16-18°C.

A broad and robust Brunello di Montalcino

The property

Donatella Cinelli Colombini manages two historic properties in Tuscany: Fattoria del Colle, founded in 1592 in Trequanda, and Casato Prime Donne in Montalcino. Since 1998, she has modernized practices while respecting tradition, obtaining organic certification in 2018. Casato Prime Donne stands out for its entirely female management, with Valérie Lavigne as the winemaker.

The vineyard

The Brunello di Montalcino is produced on a terroir located at 225 meters above sea level, where maturation is slower and more regular.

Vinification and aging

The Casato Prime Donne 2020 is vinified and then aged in French oak barrels and 15-40 hectoliter vats, before bottle aging.