Argiano Brunello di Montalcino 2000 750ml (750ml)

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Producer	Argiano
Country	Italy
Region	Toscana
Varietal	Sangiovese (Grosso)
Vintage	2000
Sku	RD7754
Size	750ml

 

The 2000 Brunello di Montalcino from Argiano offers a fully mature, warmly expressive interpretation of a sunny and generous vintage. Its bouquet opens with dried cherry, plum, rose petal, tobacco leaf, and hints of cedar and warm earth, giving the wine an inviting and savory aromatic profile. On the palate, it shows supple textures and softened tannins, balanced by a gentle but persistent acidity that keeps the wine lifted despite its evolved character. Flavors of stewed red fruit, herbal undertones, leather, and subtle spice unfold gradually, leading into a long, velvety finish shaped by mellowed structure and lingering minerality. At this stage, the wine delivers a charming, ready-to-enjoy expression of aged Brunello, showcasing Argiano’s classic elegance through a vintage known for warmth and early accessibility.

Argiano stands among Montalcino’s foundational estates, a historic property whose winemaking heritage stretches back centuries and remains deeply tied to the region’s identity. Situated in the southern reaches of the appellation, its vineyards enjoy warm days, cooling breezes from the Tyrrhenian Sea, and soils layered with clay, limestone, and ancient marine sediments—conditions that yield Sangiovese of natural richness and aromatic clarity. The estate’s philosophy emphasizes authenticity and balance, highlighting terroir-driven purity over stylistic extremes. Through sustainable farming, attentive vineyard work, and a restrained hand in the cellar, Argiano consistently produces Brunello marked by harmony, depth, and a quiet, timeless elegance that has made the estate a reference point for collectors and traditionalists alike.