Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 DOCG 1.5l

Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 DOCG 1.5L is a tale of the Tuscan region, where the hills of Montalcino lend substance and sensation to a long and thoughtful wine, expressing a vision of tradition nourished by patience, care, and respect for the raw materials. Its presence in a magnum bottle amplifies the convivial dimension of the experience, transforming each tasting into a ritual of shared anticipation and observation, where time acts as an ally rather than an obstacle. The Canalicchio di Sopra winery was born from the legacy of a land that has shaped generations of winemakers, where a passion for the vineyard is passed down as the custodian of a tradition that reinvents itself without overturning it, cultivating a profound connection with the geographical and climatic context and choosing a working method that prioritizes responsible vineyard management, local variations of winemaking elements, and a focus on conscious simplicity in the cellar. The production philosophy is based on a long-term vision: a discreet yet firm presence in the vineyard, meticulous hand-picking, fermentation with natural yeasts, and a slow, unforced aging process, to give the wine the complexity needed to maintain tension and progression in the glass. These choices translate into wines capable of slowly evolving, retaining freshness despite their structure, and expressing their place with a noble, measured, and authentic language. The balance between power and refinement is distinctive, a conviction evident in the sensory profile: an intense ruby ​​color, a nose that reaches notes of dark fruit, dried violets, balsamic hints, and a spicy hint reminiscent of black pepper, with a substantial yet tight palate, anchored by smooth tannins and a crisp acidity that supports a long, savory finish. Riserva 2016 occupies a central place in the Canalicchio di Sopra range, as the winery's most contemplative and mature interpretation, capable of pairing with meat dishes, roasts, and mature cheeses, becoming a point of reference in contemplation of vintages and style; it is a choice that invites you to return, to engage with the complexity of time and recognize the signature of the terroir in every sip, and it closes with a promise of coherence between territory, artisanal talent, and a long-term vision that STELT places at the heart of its identity.