Canalicchio di Sopra - Brunello di Montalcino 2018 (375ml) This was whole cluster fermented

This was whole cluster fermented in concrete and then into older barrels for 8-10 months’ rest

Pecorino is another native grape

clay-based and rich in limestone

he turned to Emile Peynaud

Masi is one of the leading producers of Amarone in Valpolicella

Canalicchio di Sopra - Brunello di Montalcino 2018 (375ml) This was whole cluster fermentedFrancesco Ripaccioli is the third generation, along with his brother and sister, taking care of these lands. Francesco took over the winemaking from his father, overseeing the 19 vineyards across 2 cru, including their estate vineyards on the famed Montosoli Hill. This is an alluring mix of ripe red fruit, and fine, firm structure: sapidity and sweetness. A bed of leather is studded with mineral salts and layered with dried flowers, fresh and dried