BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2019

Overview

Sanlorenzo’s Brunello di Montalcino 2019 is made from 100% Sangiovese grown at 500 m a.s.l., facing south-west, in the heart of Montalcino. Considered an exceptional vintage, comparable to 2010 and 2016, it delivers balance, elegance and remarkable aging potential. Certified organic, the wine matures for 3 years in large Slavonian oak casks followed by 4 months in bottle, preserving authenticity and territorial identity.

Wine History

The Brunello is Sanlorenzo’s most faithful expression of Sangiovese and terroir. The 2019 harvest, carried out manually on October 5–6, benefited from a balanced growing season that enabled slow and complete ripening. True to classic Brunello tradition, this vintage was crafted to offer longevity, finesse and a clear voice of Montalcino.

Vineyard Philosophy

The vineyards average 25 years of age and are planted on clay-rich, stony soils. Managed organically, they preserve biodiversity and deliver healthy, concentrated grapes. The altitude and constant ventilation provide freshness and aromatic precision, key to the estate’s style. Manual harvesting ensures strict grape selection and ultimate fruit quality.

Winemaking Approach

Grapes are destemmed and undergo a 25-day maceration. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel, ensuring purity and balance. Aging follows tradition: 3 years in large oak casks (30–35 hl) plus 4 months in bottle, giving depth and elegance while respecting Sangiovese’s fruit. Total sulfur is moderate (88 mg/l), ensuring stability without masking expression.

Tasting Notes & Pairings

Color: bright ruby red with garnet nuances.
Nose: complex with ripe cherry, plum, violet, sweet spices and tobacco.
Palate: elegant, with silky tannins, vibrant freshness and a long, persistent finish.
Recommended pairings: grilled red meats, wild boar stew, braised dishes, game, aged pecorino and Tuscan traditional cuisine.

Technical Sheet

• Denomination: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

• Vintage: 2019

• Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese

• Altitude/Exposure: 500 m a.s.l., south-west

• Soil: moderately clayey, stony

• Average Vine Age: 25 years

• Viticulture: certified organic

• Harvest: October 5–6, 2019 (manual)

• Vinification: 25-day maceration; fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel

• Aging: 3 years in large oak casks (30–35 hl) + 4 months in bottle

• Total SO₂: 88 mg/l

• Production: 15,894 bottles and 186 magnums

• Serving Temperature: 16–18 °C

• Extra Info: organic certified; exceptional vintage, comparable to 2010 and 2016

Sanlorenzo Winery

History of the Winery

The dream of Sanlorenzo began with a gesture of generosity: Renzo, on the night of falling stars, after making a wish, gifted his land to his nephew Bramante. Bramante gave it the name “San Lorenzo”, planted the first vineyards, and gradually expanded the estate. Management later passed to Paolo, father of Luciano and son-in-law of Bramante. In 1999, the winery came under the care of Luciano Ciolfi, who, with humility and passion for wine, transformed the destiny of the estate after years of learning the craft at other local wineries.

Territory and Vineyards

Sanlorenzo is located on the south-western slopes of Montalcino, at about 500 meters above sea level. The soils, rich in galestro and stones, are generally lean and arid, spreading across the two slopes of the hills: the forest to the north and the Val d’Arbia, while the vineyards face south-west towards the Maremma. The vineyards are divided into four main plots, all south- or west-facing depending on the natural terrain, covering a total of 5 hectares planted with Sangiovese, with vines aged between 10 and 40 years. The training system is spur-pruned cordon.

Philosophy and Viticulture

Since 2012, the estate has adopted organic cultivation, aiming to respect biodiversity and maintain soil balance. Harvesting is carried out manually in early October, selecting the best clusters. The vineyard approach focuses on respecting the land and obtaining healthy, ripe grapes that fully express the authentic character of Montalcino Sangiovese.

Winemaking

After harvest, the grapes are immediately transported to the cellar and destemmed. The berries are pressed and transferred to steel tanks for fermentation and maceration. At the end of vinification, the wine is left in tanks to allow solid residues to settle before aging. This method ensures clear, elegant wines that reflect the varietal’s characteristics and the terroir, delivering minerality, structure, and territorial identity.