Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta Brunello di Montalcino 2012 750ml (750ml)

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Producer	Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta
Country	Italy
Region	Toscana
Varietal	Sangiovese (Grosso)
Vintage	2012
Sku	RD9715
Size	750ml

 

The 2012 Brunello from Pieve Santa Restituta is a beautifully poised and harmoniously structured wine, reflecting the balance and purity that define this graceful vintage. Aromas of red cherry, raspberry, rose petal, sweet tobacco, and citrus peel rise vividly from the glass, layered with subtle tones of spice, tea leaf, and warm earth. On the palate, the wine is elegant and finely chiseled, with bright acidity and silky tannins that frame vibrant red fruit, savory herbs, and a gentle mineral thread. A touch of balsamic warmth adds depth as the wine glides into a long, refined finish marked by clarity and composure. Already drinking with remarkable charm yet built for continued evolution, the 2012 exemplifies Pieve Santa Restituta’s polished, terroir-driven style.

Pieve Santa Restituta represents Angelo Gaja’s deep and thoughtful interpretation of Montalcino—an estate defined by meticulous vineyard work, purity of expression, and an elegant, modern sensibility. Located in the southwestern part of the appellation, the property encompasses vineyards with varied aspects and soils of clay, limestone, and ancient marine deposits that lend Sangiovese both textural finesse and aromatic complexity. Since acquiring the estate in the 1990s, the Gaja family has pursued a philosophy centered on precision and balance: low yields, careful clonal selection, and a cellar regime that favors clarity over excess. The resulting Brunelli combine the classic soul of the region with Gaja’s signature refinement, offering wines that are polished, expressive, and consistently regarded among the most sophisticated in Montalcino.