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 Producer:
Uccelliera
Region: Toscana
DOC(G):
Brunello
di Montalcino
About the Producer:
Azienda Agricola
Uccelilera sits above the Aviary farmland has exited since
the 11th century. Purchased in 1986 when Andrea Cortonesi chose to
transform the land into a vineyard/wine cellar, this estate has continuously
produced greater and greater Tuscan wine. Here a high density of
vines covers just 6 hectares. Named for the hills for which it lies
on, Uccelliera is located in the Southeast area of
Montalcino.
It is here that the primary focus of Brunello has won the estate
critical acclaim including the Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso,
although several other noteworthy
wines
are
produced
at
this estate; the Super Tuscan 'Rapace' (a blend of Sangiovese Grosso,
Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot) and the baby Brunello, Rosso di Montalcino.
Cortonesi is a firm believer in the minimal use of wood when attempting
to
bring
out
a wine's
true
characteristics,
so it
is no surprise
that
his Brunello di Montalcino is so well-structured and balanced. He
is also intent on showing the true nature of the land when utilizing
the Sangiovese grape, as he is there for every single part of the
production process. Cortonesi has now taken the estate one step further
by producing and selling olive oil, grappa and honey.
Featured Wine(s):
Uccelliera
Brunello di Montalcino
Uccelliera Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
Uccelliera Rosso di Montalcino
Uccelliera Rapace
To purchase these wines, call our Portfolio
Managers at 212.473.2323.
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