ALTESINO Brunello di Montalcino

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5 times in Wine Spectator’s TOP 100

Vertical wine tasting & pairing lunch

Wine Spectator's "Most representative vineyards"

“One of the MOST REPRESENTATIVE vineyards in ITALY” (according to Wine Spectator).

The visit is conceived as a journey to immerse yourself in the world of wine and in the history of the winery.

The itinerary of the visit winds between inside and outside, allowing you to get to know this land up close and in particular the birth and the various stages of aging of our Brunello.

Then walk in history with the vertical tasting and finally relax at the gourmet wine pairing lunch.

At the restaurant chef leads a team of professionals who work together to express the heritage of the land through dishes that are communicated in a different and original way so that they stimulate curiosity… with this “Tuscan but creative” special menu in pairing with Altesino wines.

TUSCANY

LOCATION:
Montalcino (Siena)
ALTESINO Estate, farm & winery

STYLE OF EXPERIENCE:
RARE WINES – Brunello di Montalcino

DURATION:
Duration on-site (hours. ±1): 4

For the real wine and food expert: one of the most representative vineyard in Italy (Wine Spectator).

Complete professional private tour of the cellar guided by an English speaking expert.

The visit is conceived as a journey to immerse yourself in the world of wine and in the history of the company.

The itinerary of the visit winds between inside and outside, allowing you to get to know this land up close and in particular the birth and the various stages of aging of our Brunello.

The company’s philosophy has always been to create high quality wines and this is why so much attention is devoted to every single detail, not only at each stage of production.

The winery’s outlook combines an essential respect for the trust in tradition with a forward-looking perspective, resulting in wine that retains the unique and high quality reputation of Brunello.

From its emphasis on traditional methods of agriculture, the careful hand selection of the grapes, to the rose bushes which overlook each of the vines, Altesino firmly maintains its control over quality, principle that governs every aspect of life and work at the estate.

Part of Altesino’s historical cellars are situated within the historic walls of Palazzo Altesi, while behind the vineyards and benefiting from a natural slope, its modern functional facilities were built; where fermentation, refining and bottling take place.

The modern winery was built with a special focus on eco-sustainability: due to its underground location it is perfectly insulated.

While respecting the ancient territory of Montalcino, the Altesino winery is not only a functional and innovative workplace but also, and above all, a place with low environmental impact, built according to the dictates of sustainable architecture.

  • Brunello di Montalcino “Our 40th Harvest“ 2012 *
    Wine Spectator TOP100 2017 #11, 96 pts

Cherry, leather and iron notes mark this suave, elegant red. A bit reticent now, but the fruit is fresh and long on the finish. The dense tannins leave a mouthcoating impression, but this opens up beautifully over a few hours. Best from 2021 through 2035. —BS

  • Brunello di Montalcino “Montosoli”
    Wine Spectator TOP100 2015 #18, 97 pts, v.2010
    Wine Spectator TOP100 2013 #96, 95 pts, v.2008
    Wine Spectator TOP100 2002 #22, 98 pts, v.1997
    Wine Spectator TOP100 2000 #13, 96 pts, v.1995

Our professional chef is proud to present “Tuscan but creative” special MENU in pairing with Altesino wines:

  • Chianina tartare (truffle, hazelnut, apple and horseradish)
  • Fondant egg (mushrooms, chestnuts, black cabbage, pecorino cheese)
  • Pici (cheese and black truffle)
  • Risotto with hare, red turnip and juniper
  • Beef millefeuille (potato, caramelized onion and spinach)
  • Creamy caramel (panforte ice cream, pears, walnuts and caramel).

A wine & food combining experience IMPOSSIBLE ELSEWHERE.

This PRIVATE experience includes:
• Guided VISIT of one of the most representative vineyard in Italy
• Guided VISIT of the farm & cellars
• Guided TASTING of 5 (five) different wines with some pairing snacks
• Custom wine pairing FULL LUNCH in panoramic restaurant.

This ON SITE experience lasts about 2 (two) plus time for lunch, and STARTS at 10.00 a.m.
Number of People: Max 8 (eight)
Please note: PRIVATE tour, so you’ll never be mixed with other people.

ON REQUEST

  • FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING IN LUXURY CAR, LIMO, VAN OR HELICOPTER with English speaking professional driver/pilot. Departure from any main location, example Rome, Civitavecchia, Livorno, La Spezia, Milan, Florence, Bologna, Venice etc.
  • PRO Photographer/videomaker
  • Mr. Marco Tenerini as your “emotional storytelling guide” for the whole day.

PRICES

From 720

Rates per person:

ADULT (≥18 yo):
Pax 2: € 720
Pax 3: € 720
Pax 4: € 720
Pax 5: € 720
Pax 6: € 720
Pax 7: € 720
Pax 8: € 720
MINOR (13-17 yo): Pax € 360
INFANT (0-12 yo): Pax € 60

SUPERSTARS

  • Wine Spectator’s TOP 100 (for FIVE times!!!) “ALTESINO – Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli”
  • “One of the MOST REPRESENTATIVE vineyards in ITALY” (according to Wine Spectator)
  • Gourmet dedicated wine pairing-lunch with professional Chef.

TOP PRODUCTS

• Altesino Brunello di Montalcino in Wine Spectator TOP100 for FIVE times in the past 20 years

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STEP BY STEP

  • Arrival in the location
  • Welcome
  • Meeting with Ambassador
  • Storytelling about history, philosophy, products and territory
  • Guided tour of the Vineyards
  • Guided tour of the Cellars
  • Guided tour of the Winery
  • Vertical wine tasting of old vintages
  • Wine tasting of the top wines
  • Transfer to the external restaurant, about 10 minutes driving on a scenic route
  • Full Lunch with wine pairing
  • Free time
  • Goodbye

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