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THE STORY
“Giancarlo Pacenti farms 20 hectares of Sangiovese vineyards, the vast
majority of which are Brunello-designated. Pacenti is one of the few
producers who believes in bottling a single Brunello made from plots across
various zones within Montalcino, which he believes leads to wines of greater
complexity and balance. In 2004, Pacenti's Brunello is composed roughly of
60% fruit from the southern part of Montalcino, while 40% of the fruit comes
from vineyards planted in the northern part of the region, closer to the
winery itself. Pacenti employs a Bordeaux-like model where only the best
lots are bottled into the Brunello, which he considers his 'Grand Vin,'
while the secondary lots are bottled as Rosso di Montalcino. That said, 2004
also brings with it a twist, as it is the first time Pacenti has produced a
separate bottling from a small old-vine plot near the estate. These are
wines of the very highest level, and I can't recommend them highly enough.”
Antonio Galloni
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Siro Pacenti Brunello Di Montalcino Ps 2004
The 2004 Brunello di Montalcino PS is a remarkably elegant and refined
Brunello. Now that it is in bottle the wine has acquired even more precision
than when I tasted it from barrel. Today it is extremely fresh and
fruit-driven despite a medium-bodied, almost weightless style that is
unusual for Pacenti. The wine reveals incredible length and a finish that...
Wine Advocate: 95+
Regular Price: $119.99Sale Price: $95.99
Bottle Size: 750 ml
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