Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 DOCG 1,5l

Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 DOCG 1,5l is a story of the Tuscan landscape, where the hills of Montalcino lend substance and sensation to a long, thoughtful wine, capable of expressing a vision of tradition nourished by patience, care, and respect for the raw material; its presence in magnum amplifies the convivial dimension of the experience, transforming every tasting into a ritual of shared anticipation and observation, where time acts as an ally rather than an obstacle. The Canalicchio di Sopra estate was born from the heritage of a land that has shaped generations of winegrowers, where passion for the vineyard is passed down as the guardianship of a tradition that reinvents itself without overturning it, cultivating a profound bond with the geographical and climatic context and choosing a working approach that prioritizes responsible vineyard management, the local expression of winemaking elements, and a mark of considered simplicity in the cellar. The production philosophy is founded on a long-term vision: a discreet yet firm presence in the vineyard, careful hand-harvesting, fermentation entrusted to natural yeasts, and maturation that takes its time without forcing, allowing the wine the complexity needed to maintain tension and progression in the glass; these choices result in wines capable of evolving slowly, preserving freshness despite their structure, and speaking of their place in a noble, measured, and authentic language. Its distinctive feature is the balance between power and refinement, a conviction revealed on the nose and palate: intense ruby color, a nose that reaches notes of dark fruit, dried violet, balsamic hints, and a spicy trace recalling black pepper, with a substantial palate tightened by polished tannins and a vein of acidity supporting a long, savory finish. Riserva 2016 occupies a central place in the Canalicchio di Sopra range, as the estate’s more contemplative and mature interpretation, capable of accompanying meat dishes, roasts, and aged cheeses, becoming a benchmark for reflecting on vintages and style; it is a choice that invites you to return, to engage with the complexity of time, and to recognize the signature of the terroir in every sip, concluding with a promise of consistency between the land, artisanal talent, and a long-term vision that STELT places at the heart of its identity.