Established in the mid 1800s, Biondi-Santi is one of Italy’s greatest historic estates. While some might argue that Barolo is the king of Italian wines, when looking at the extraordinary balance, elegance and longevity of Biondi-Santi’s wines, there is a compelling argument that it is Brunello that deserves the crown.
The winery was originally founded by chemistry graduate Clemente Santi — recorded in 1869 as having won two silver medals for his ‘vino rosso scelto (Brunello) del 1865’ at Montepulciano’s agricultural fair — but it was in the late 19th century, under the guidance of his grandson Ferruccio Biondi-Santi, that the estate made viticultural history. Ferruccio Biondi-Santi took a clone of the Sangiovese grape, known as Sangiovese Grosso, and produced the first ever Brunello. Biondi-Santi is the home of Brunello di Montalcino.
An impeccable and high-class wine, fine and extremely balanced, the Biondi Santi reserve is simply the quintessence of Brunello. The Brunello of those who invented Brunello. A reserve produced for the first time in 1888 and only 40 times since then. Three years in large Slavonian oak barrels, it is undoubtedly one of the longest-lived reds in the world. And it is not surprising that the protagonist of this work of art is his majesty the Sangiovese.
Intense and brilliant ruby red color; the nose is very intense and incredibly wide: hints of dried rose and vanilla follow the fruity aromas of undergrowth and notes of eucalyptus. In the mouth the taste-olfactory correspondence is exemplary. The sensation of astringency of the tannin is very fine and invites you to drink, corroborated by warmth and flavor. Excellent pairing with roasted game, delicious to accompany a snack based on Parmigiano Reggiano or aged pecorino.
