Overview
Castiglion del Bosco is one of the most prominent producers in Montalcino, both for the history of the estate and for its size, with 5,000 acres unchanged in the last 400 years. In 1967, when the Consorzio del Brunello di Montalcino was born, Castiglion del Bosco was one of its 25 founding members. This extraordinary property whose origin dates back to the 12th century was acquired by Massimo Ferragamo in 2003, who in turn totally restored the property to its original glory.
Winemaking
Quality-selected grapes that come from a small local provider are harvested by hand and are then transported to the winery in 20kg crates. The clusters travel to sorting tables where trained eyes make a further selection of the finest fruit. The grapes are pressed and rest at a temperature of 41F° for 48 hours before fermentation. Fermentation starts with natural yeasts and takes place for 18 days in stainless steel tanks at 78°F. At the end of the fermentation process, the wine rests several months in stainless steel tanks. The final blend is then assembled and bottled. The entire vinification process is carried out in the cellar, completely gravity-fed.
Tasting Notes
The aromatic profile of this wine says much about the vintage's weather. An expansive nose denotes perfectly ripened Chardonnay grapes thanks to the sun and light. The bouquet displays citrus and white floral notes, making the wine fresh and fragrant. The vibrant and nervy structure benefits from an acidic backbone that ends in a slight mineral finish.