Poggio all’Oro  Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva  2016  VARIETIES  Sangiovese  DESCRIPTION  A Banfi family jewel, Brunello Poggio all'Oro is produced exclusively in  the great vintages.  The mild winter, with regular rainfall, encouraged an early bud break. The  spring was rather wet with a drop in temperatures at the end of April,  which slowed down the growth cycle, bringing it back to normal. From  mid-June, and throughout the month of July, there was a gradual rise in  temperatures. In August, the excellent temperature range and sporadic  rain allowed for the perfect ripening of the grapes. In September, the  temperatures were quite high with an excellent temperature range. Mid month, a few days of abundant rain risked compromising the harvest, but  the sudden weather improvement of the following days, the technical  and cultivation interventions carried out in the vineyards and the careful  selection of the grapes, both in the vineyard and in the winery, enabled to  harvest the Sangiovese at its best expression.  A rich and elegant Riserva with a unique balance. Intense ruby red color,  the aromatic profile is sweet and complex with notes of blackberry jam,  tobacco, cocoa and balsamic hints on the finish. The structure is  important and well-balanced by a decisive acidity and well-integrated  tannins. Absolute pleasantness in the finish.  It is perfectly suited to long ageing. It perfectly pairs with rich and  complex dishes. Also excellent as a meditation wine.  TECHNICAL NOTES  AVAILABLE FORMATS:  0,75 l. - 1,5 l - 3 l. – 6 l. – 12 l.  Soil: area characterized by a large plateau on which the soils  develop on brown clay silt sediments with stones and  pebbles of different nature, of calcareous origin, well structured and well-draining.  Trellising System: spurred cordon  Vine Density: 2100 vines/ha.  Hectar Yield: 40-50 q/ha.  Fermentation: in temperature-controlled (25-30°C) hybrid  French oak and stainless-steel tanks Horizon  Aging: 80% in French oak casks (90-60 hl.) and 20% in French  oak barriques (350 l.) for 30 months at least