Casanova di Neri CASANOVA DI NERI Brunello di Montalcino 2021

Description

The 2021 Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino is a wine of great substance, capable of combining the tannic structure of a wine suited for long aging with the finesse characteristic of Sangiovese grapes blessed by a unique terroir.

The 2021 Il Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino (or the so-called “white label” Brunello) takes a minute or two to open up; like all these new releases from the Neri family, it is best to open the bottle five hours before serving. It is a traditional wine offering classic notes of raspberry, tar, hazelnut, dried fig, and a touch of toastiness. The wine is full-bodied and compact, yet remains fresh and accessible.

Casanova di Neri was founded in 1971 when Giovanni Neri purchased a large estate in Montalcino. In 1991, his son Giacomo took over management of the estate and winemaking operations, leading the company to become one of the most highly acclaimed producers of Brunello di Montalcino.
The estate’s 58 hectares of vineyards are divided into four distinct areas: Pietradonice in Castelnuovo dell’Abate, Cetine in Sant’Angelo in Colle, Cerretalto, and Fiesole.
Casanova di Neri’s vineyards reflect the region’s terroir and microclimate; combined with meticulous viticultural care, this results in fruit of exceptional quality. The estate’s Brunello di Montalcino production is divided among three different labels to best showcase the area’s unique characteristics.
The Fiesole vineyard—the estate’s oldest—is located just northeast of Montalcino and produces exclusively Brunello di Montalcino.
The Cerretalto vineyard was acquired in 1986; it forms a natural amphitheater near the Asso River. Cerretalto’s location east of Montalcino and its unique terroir justify bottling this *cru* separately. On the opposite side of Montalcino—to the southeast, near Castelnuovo dell’Abate—lies the Pietradonice vineyard, planted with Cabernet Sauvignon. Finally, there is the Cetine vineyard: 25 hectares situated on a picturesque hillside near Sant’Angelo in Colle, with a south-southeast exposure. Its location, pristine environment, and the fluctuation between day and night temperatures yield fruit of excellent quality for Brunello di Montalcino.