BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO D.O.C.G. Campo del Drago CRU 2018 - Castiglion del Bosco

Campo del Drago 2018 is a Brunello di Montalcino Cru that comes from the highest and most precious plot of the Capanna vineyard: one and a half hectares located at 430 meters above sea level. At this height the vines also enjoy the best exposure. The significant presence of marl in the soil makes the wine extremely complex and long-lived, with well-present and refined tannins.

The 2018 vintage was a challenge for both man and vine. The cool and rainy spring made the vegetation of the plants very intense. The cultivation of greenery required a lot of attention and work to allow the plant to reach vegetative balance. These climatic conditions continued in the first part of the summer, characterized by cool days and abundant rain.

The end of the summer was hot and dry and this allowed good ripening, even if slightly earlier than usual. Sales began in the first half of September in the Gauggiole area, on the north side of the estate. The grapes showed excellent acidity and a rather low sugar content, perfect for the freshest and most vibrant wines. The excellent varietal expressions and very ripe tannins will give life to a very recognizable Brunello.

Tasting note

“The Campo del Drago 2018 is very linked to its terroir – it shows unique minerality and complexity. The sip is intense, broad and deep. There are hints of mushrooms and undergrowth. A wine with an excellent structure and well balanced thanks to a good tannic component. The bitter almond finish in the mouth is proof of how characterizing the vintage was for this vine."

Pairings: Game and fine red meats