Donatella Cinelli Colombini : Casato Prime Donne Brunello di Montalcino 2021

Tasting characteristics and advice for the Casato Prime Donne Brunello di Montalcino 2021 from Donatella Cinelli Colombini

Tasting

Color

The color displays a brilliant ruby-red hue.

Nose

Captivating, the bouquet stands out for its purity and precision. It reveals delicate spicy notes alongside subtle hints of wildflowers. Aromas of cranberries, red cherries and lavender mingle with nuances of roasted coffee.

Palate

Harmonious, the palate offers a dense, silky-velvet texture. The wine’s intensity lingers through a persistent finish, carried by a medium body and lively acidity.

Food & wine pairings

This Brunello is an ideal match for roasted meats, aged cheeses and game.

Serving and cellaring

The Casato Prime Donne Brunello di Montalcino 2021 is best enjoyed at a temperature between 16 and 18°C. It is recommended to uncork the bottle one hour before serving and to decant the wine to promote aeration. Opt for large, clear crystal glasses. This wine has cellaring potential through 2041 and beyond.

A fruity Tuscan Brunello di Montalcino with beautiful structure

The estate

Founded in 1998 by Donatella Cinelli Colombini, this estate is located in Tuscany and showcases a family heritage dating back to 1592. The owner runs two estates: Casato Prime Donne in Montalcino and Fattoria del Colle in Trequanda. The first entirely female Italian wine estate, from vineyard to cellar, it perpetuates an exceptional matrilineal legacy. Specializing in Brunello di Montalcino made from sangiovese, the estate combines tradition and modernity. Donatella Cinelli Colombini also founded the Movimento del turismo del vino.

The vineyard

The Brunello di Montalcino comes from vines located in the northeastern area of Montalcino, at 225 meters above sea level. The terroir is composed of marine sand and clay. The vines are farmed organically.

The vintage

The 2021 vintage in Tuscany began with a light frost in April. Summer proved dry and hot, with temperatures exceeding 40°C. September brought favorable conditions thanks to a significant diurnal temperature range, with temperatures hovering around 29°C during the day and 15°C at night. These conditions allowed for optimal ripening of the grapes.

Winemaking and aging

Harvesting for the Casato Prime Donne Brunello di Montalcino 2021 took place by hand from September 20 to October 4, with a double selection of the grapes. Vinification is carried out in open-top, truncated-cone concrete vats, with punch-downs and automatic temperature control. Aging continues for 2 years in 5- to 7-hectoliter French oak casks and in oak barrels. The wine is not filtered.

Grape variety

100% sangiovese.