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Donatella Cinelli Colombini - Casato Prime Donne

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

    • Description :

      This wine comes from grapes grown in two small vineyards of 13 hectares each, which surround the 16th-century building, Casato "Prime Donne." Among the barrels are frescoes of the history of Montalcino.
      Vinification: 15 days in truncated cone-shaped bare concrete vats with open cap, puncher and automatic temperature control. Both spontaneous vinifications and vinifications with the use of indigenous yeasts selected at Casato Prime Donne were made. Excellent content of polyphenols, very colorful and fragrant musts.
      Aging: At least two years in 15-20 hl barrels and 5-7 hl French oak barrels.

      Grape varieties :

      Sangiovese

      Altitude :

      225m ASL

      Vineyard age :

      20 years old

      Exposure :

      South, Southeast

      Soil :

      Pliocene (sedimentary rock) and clay

      Alcohol :

      14%

      Tasting notes :

      Ruby red color with a nose rich in spices with hints of vanilla and nuances of ripe berries. Elegant and harmonious on the palate with good tannins.

Press Notes

  • Jeb Dunnuck
    • 2020, 2019
      93 points
  • Decanter
    • 2015
      93 points
    • 2013
      91 points
    • 2012
      92 points
  • Robert Parker Wine Advocate
    • 2020, 2018, 2017, 2012
      93 points
    • 2019, 2013, 2011
      92 points
    • 2016
      95 points
    • 2015, 2010
      94 points
  • Wine Spectator
    • 2020, 2019, 2017, 2012, 2011, 2010
      93 points
    • 2018
      91 points
    • 2016, 2015, 2006
      94 points
  • James Suckling
    • 2020, 2018, 2011
      93 points
    • 2019, 2016
      94 points
    • 2017, 2012
      92 points
    • 2015
      95 points
  • AG Vinous
    • 2020
      91 points
    • 2019, 2018, 2013
      92 points
    • 2016
      93 points
  • Wine Enthusiast
    • 2019
      95 points
    • 2018
      93 points
    • 2015, 2013
      92 points
    • 2014, 2009
      91 points
  • Wine & Spirits
    • 2015
      92 points
  • Gambero Rosso
    • 2015
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