Le Ragnaie Brunello di Montalcino Fornace DOCG Italy 2020 - 1 Bottle

Product Description

Fornace is one of Le Ragnaie's distinctive single-vineyard Brunello wines, produced from a vineyard in the northeastern part of Montalcino. Located at around 380 to 400 metres above sea level, the vineyard's distinctive soils and elevated position contribute to a wine with impressive depth, freshness and mineral character.

Vintage Conditions

The 2020 vintage produced a particularly expressive Fornace, combining ripe fruit with fresh acidity and firm structure. The vineyard's elevation helps preserve freshness, while its distinctive soils contribute to the wine's mineral complexity and supple texture.

Winemaking Techniques

Made from 100% Sangiovese, the grapes are carefully selected before traditional fermentation and maceration. The wine is aged for approximately three and a half years in large oak casks before being bottled directly from the cask. The extended maturation allows its concentrated fruit and tannins to develop greater harmony.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep ruby red with garnet reflections

Aroma: Red and dark berries, grenadine, balsamic herbs, leather and liquorice with subtle smoky and mineral notes

Palate: Rich yet balanced, with supple fruit, vibrant acidity, fine tannins and layers of ripe cherry, orange citrus and earthy mineral character

Finish: Long, clean and stony, with saline freshness, citrus and lingering savoury notes

Key Characteristics

• 100% Sangiovese
• Single-vineyard Brunello from the Fornace site
• Vineyard located at approximately 380 to 400 metres elevation
• Matured for around three and a half years in large oak casks
• Rich, supple and mineral-driven style
• Excellent structure and ageing potential

Food Pairing Recommendations

Pairs particularly well with braised beef, venison, roast lamb, wild boar, truffle pasta, earthy mushroom dishes and aged pecorino.

Vintage Note

*Vintage may vary. Every effort is made to ensure the current vintage is displayed, however variations can occur.