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Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento Col d'Orcia is a prestigious and complex wine produced in the Montalcino region of Tuscany. The Montalcino area is characterized by rolling hills and a Mediterranean climate with significant temperature variations between day and night, which favor the ripening of the grapes. The vineyards producing the grapes for this wine are located at an altitude between 350 and 450 meters above sea level, enjoying optimal sun exposure. The grapes used for Brunello di Montalcino are exclusively Sangiovese, locally known as "Brunello." This grape variety best expresses the characteristics of the Montalcino terroir, giving the wine structure, complexity, and aging potential. The production process of Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento Col d'Orcia follows strict winemaking rules. After manual harvesting and selection of the best grapes, they are crushed and undergo a long maceration on the skins to extract color, tannins, and aromas. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature to best preserve the characteristics of Sangiovese. Subsequently, the wine is aged in large oak barrels for at least 36 months, followed by further aging in the bottle before being marketed. This long aging period contributes to the complexity, structure, and elegance that distinguish Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento Col d'Orcia. The result is a wine of great personality, characterized by notes of ripe red fruits, spices, tobacco, and leather, with a full body, soft tannins, and lively acidity. It is a wine suitable for prolonged aging and pairs magnificently with rich and structured Tuscan cuisine dishes, such as Florentine steak, pici with wild boar ragù, or aged cheeses. Pairings: Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento Col d'Orcia is a wine of great structure and complexity, which pairs perfectly with rich and flavorful dishes. An ideal first pairing could be with a dish of pasta with wild boar ragù. The intense and wild taste of the boar blends perfectly with the complexity of this Brunello, creating a balance of flavors that enhances both. For main courses, an excellent choice could be a beef roast or braised meat. These dishes, with their richness of flavors and texture, require a wine with a solid and intense structure like Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento Col d'Orcia. Finally, for cheeses, this wine pairs splendidly with aged cheeses like Pecorino Toscano. The saltiness and texture of this cheese perfectly match the structure and complexity of this Brunello, creating an unforgettable meal finale. Always remember that food-wine pairing is very personal and also depends on individual tastes. So, don't hesitate to experiment and find the pairing that satisfies you the most. Storage: Store between 14-18°C Alcohol content: 14.0% Vintage: 2021 Designation: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG