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Brunello di Montalcino is a very special red Italian wine. It comes from the beautiful vineyards around the town of Montalcino in Tuscany, Italy. This town is about 110 kilometers (70 miles) southwest of Florence.

The name "Brunello" means "nice dark one" in the local language. It is the special name for the type of Sangiovese grape grown in the Montalcino area. This specific grape is also known as Sangiovese Grosso.

In 1980, Brunello di Montalcino received a very important award. It was the first wine to get the Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita (DOCG) label. This label means the wine meets very strict quality rules. Today, Brunello di Montalcino is one of Italy's most famous and valuable wines.

What Makes Brunello Special?

Brunello di Montalcino is known for its rich flavor and how well it can age. This means the wine gets even better over many years. It is made only from the Sangiovese Grosso grape. This grape grows best in the sunny hills around Montalcino.

The Montalcino Region

The town of Montalcino sits on a hill. The vineyards around it have different types of soil and weather. This helps the Sangiovese grapes grow perfectly. The winemakers in Montalcino follow strict rules to make sure their wine is always top quality.

How Brunello is Made

After the grapes are picked, they are fermented. This is the process where grape juice turns into wine. Then, the wine must age for a long time in wooden barrels. This aging process gives Brunello its deep color and complex taste. It also helps the wine last for many years.

Images for kids

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    Sangiovese grapes in Montalcino.

  • Brunello di Montalcino vines

    Brunello vines in Montalcino.

  • Brunello e Tegolato

    Brunello di Montalcino "Biondi-Santi, 1967 - Brunello di Montalcino "Fattoria dei Barbi, 1968 , bottle N° R7381 - Tegolato, 1966, produced bottles: 39.200, bottle n°20.910

  • Antinori pian delle vigne Brunello

    A Brunello di Montalcino produced by the Antinori family.

  • Rosso di Montalcino

    A Rosso di Montalcino made from 100% Sangiovese in the Brunello di Montalcino region.

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