CORTE PAVONE Brunello di Montalcino

THE WINE
Corte Pavone Brunello di Montalcino is made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso, which is called locally Brunello, because of the brownish cast to its berries. Montalcino, the village where the wine is from, takes its name from the “ILEX”, or oak tree. “Mons Ilcinus” or Montalcino is a town which has been producing wine since the Etruscan era, even before the Ancient Romans. Brunello is a wine of great fame and reputation. The strict D.O.C.G. requirement demands a minimum of 4 years age, at least two years of which must be in oak casks. It is not uncommon for a Brunello of a good vintage to age for 25 years with proper storage. An aristocratic wine of meditation.
In extraordinary vintages a small amount of the best wine is set aside for an additional year of aging at the winery. This is Brunello di Montalcino Riserva which will develop in the bottle for 50 years or more.  
Certified organic by BIOS and Biodynamic viticulture is practiced at all wineries.  
(I vini biodinamici ®, Viticoltura Biodinamica)

THE VINE
The Sangiovese is a red grape varietal that dates to the Roman classical era. Its etymology, “Sangue di Giove” (“Blood of Jupiter”) is an indication of its power and grandeur. It is one of Italy’s most important grapes, producing Brunello di Montalcino and providing the basis for Chianti, Chianti Classico, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and many other Tuscan reds.

TECHNICAL FACTS
Characteristics
Deep ruby tending toward garnet with age, a complex bouquet of nuts, spice and forest fragrances, a warm, spicy, austere, harmonious, tannic taste with nuances of tobacco, coffee, berries and roses, and a long, rich finish. With proper storage, this wine will age for a generation or more.

Grapes
100% Sangiovese Grosso, called locally Brunello

Food Affinities
Roasted meats, game birds, steaks and chops, crown roast, rack of lamb, aged cheeses. Elegant preparations of meat. Venison, wild boar, duck or goose.

Sales Materials
Corte Pavone Brunello di Montalcino Fact Sheet
 Corte Pavone Brunello WS 95 points
 Brunello 2004 Awards.pdf