BRUNELLO DI
MONTALCINO RISERVA 2019
BODEGA ARGIANO
RISERVA SELECTION
TUSCANY • ITALY
"Patience and mastery: the culmination of a six-year process that transforms the Sangiovese grape into a liquid legend of infinite complexity."
The Pinnacle of Winemaking
By purchasing the 2019 Argiano Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 750 ml from the La Cava Shop online store, you are acquiring a supreme exponent of Italian oenology designed to transcend time. Crafted only in those extraordinary harvests where the Tuscan microclimate achieves absolute perfection, this Tuscan collector's red wine, classified as Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, undergoes a meticulous aging process of over six years in Slavonian oak, French barrels, and bottle rest. Sourced from the iconic hill of Sant'Angelo in Colle, the Argiano winery combines masterful tannic power with vibrant freshness in this limited-edition label, positioning it as an essential piece for collectors.
1. Profile Identity
Specific Origin: Argiano Estate, Sant'Angelo in Colle, Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy.
Winery: Argiano.
Vintage: 2019 (A monumental vintage for long-term cellaring).
Varietal: 100% Sangiovese Grosso.
Aging: Minimum 24 months in French and Slavonian oak, followed by prolonged refinement in the bottle.
Classification: Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG.
Volume: 750 ml.
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Deep garnet red with dark ruby highlights. Displays dense, slow legs that denote its great concentration.
Nose: A complex and enveloping aromatic profile with layers of cherries in liqueur, fine leather, blond tobacco, black truffle, and an earthy mineral background. With aeration, exotic nuances of cinnamon, clove, and noble wood emerge.
Palate: Majestic, robust, and full-bodied. Its tannins are powerful yet polished with a velvety texture. It possesses a brilliant acidity that perfectly balances the warmth of the alcohol, leading to a long and persistent finish lasting several minutes.
3. Architecture of the 2019 Riserva
4. Pairing and Recommendations
Gourmet Gastronomy: This Riserva requires dishes of high gastronomic intensity: ideal for pairing with a classic Bistecca alla Fiorentina, wild boar stews, game cuts with continental reductions, and aged cheeses like Parmigiano Reggiano cured for over 36 months.
Service: We recommend decanting for at least 3 to 4 hours prior. Serve at 18°C in wide-bowl glasses to facilitate the development of its aromatic layers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What differentiates a Brunello Riserva from a regular one?
The Riserva designation requires a total aging period of at least 6 years (compared to 5 for standard Brunello). Argiano selects its best grapes and barrels with the highest aging potential for this label.
Is 2019 a good vintage for the Riserva?
It is considered one of the vintages of the century in Montalcino. The combination of structural power and balance makes it perfect for the Riserva category.
What is the recommended cellaring window for the 2019 Brunello Riserva?
Thanks to the formidable structure of the 2019 vintage, this label can be stored and evolve favorably for between 25 and 40 years under controlled humidity and temperature conditions.