BRUNELLO DI
MONTALCINO MAGNUM 2017
ARGIANO WINERY • 1.5L FORMAT • TUSCANY • ITALY
"Magnificence multiplied: the noblest expression of Sangiovese Grosso in a format designed to celebrate time and history."
The Evolution of an Icon
The Brunello di Montalcino Magnum 2017 from **Argiano** winery represents the perfect balance between the tradition of a 16th-century villa and technical innovation. In this superior format, Sangiovese Grosso from the southern Montalcino area displays its more corpulent and generous character. The 2017 vintage, marked by radiant sun, delivers a wine with impressive concentration that, under the slow maturation allowed by the 1.5-liter bottle, promises to transform into a silky and deeply complex experience.
1. Identity Profile
Specific Origin: Argiano Estate, Sant'Angelo in Colle, Montalcino, Italy.
Winery: Argiano.
Vintage: 2017.
Aging: 30 months in traditional Slavonian and French oak barrels.
Classification: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG.
Volume: 1500 ml (Magnum).
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Intense garnet red with brilliant highlights and a deep color layer.
Nose: An explosion of ripe black cherries, plum, and undergrowth notes. Aging in Magnum highlights tertiary nuances of sweet spices, fine leather, and a hint of blond tobacco.
Palate: Broad and enveloping entry. The ripeness of the vintage is felt in fleshy and well-sculpted tannins. It presents a persistent finish with mineral echoes and a very elegant balsamic aftertaste.
3. Brunello Magnum Architecture
4. Pairing and Recommendations
Gastronomy: Given its Magnum structure, this wine is the soul of grand celebrations. It pairs sublimely with *Ossobuco* alla Milanese, braised lamb, grilled red meats with coarse salt, and intense cheeses like spicy Gorgonzola or long-aged Parmigiano Reggiano.
Serving: It is recommended to decant for at least 2 hours to oxygenate the large volume of wine. Serve at **18°C** in large Brunello glasses.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
Is this the same wine as the 750ml bottle?
Yes, it is the same "Annata" Brunello, but its aging in a Magnum bottle is superior because the wine-to-oxygen ratio is smaller, resulting in a more complex wine with greater long-term freshness.
How exclusive is Argiano's production?
Argiano is a historic "boutique" winery that limits its yield per hectare to ensure concentration, with its Magnum formats being highly valued at auctions.
Does it come with a wooden box?
Generally, the Brunello Argiano Magnum format is presented in an elegant individual wooden box from the winery, ideal for gifting or preservation.