Brunello di Montalcino is one of the most famous italian red wine, which is produced near Siena. The Brunello vine, the clon of Sangiovese, was selected for the first time by Ferruccio Biondi-Santi in his vineyard “Il Greppo”. This red wine is produced using only 100% Sangiovese grapes and it can be sold only since the 1st January of the 5th year after the wine-making. It must be aged almost 2 years in oak barrels and almost 4 months in bottles. Thanks to his peculiarities, the Brunello di Montalcino can be aged from 10 to 30 years and it improves his quality during the time. Production area: Tuscany Name: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Best years: 1970, 1975, 1985, 1988, 1990, 1995, 1997, 2001, 2004, 2006, 2007 5 best wineries (best scores by Wine Advocate): Casanova di Neri, Biondi Santi, Marchesi Antinori, Cerbaiona di Diego Molinari, Poggio di Sotto Colour: bright ruby red Bouquet: intense with hints of undergrowth, haromatic wood and vanille Taste: full-bodied and harmonic, rich of tannins, dry Accompainments: red meats, game, dishes with truffle and mushrooms and ageed cheese