Producer details
The Cerretalto is the synthesis of intuition, passion, and vision, characteristics that have been a continual expression of Casanova di Neri. An extraordinary concentration of mineral in the soil imparts a unique impression only in certain vintages and only thanks to a Sangiovese grape from small, straggly bunches. With this decisive contribution of human dedication, love for the work of the earth, and great attention in the cellar can a wine reach exceptional quality, personality, and unique style that fully expresses the territory of its origin.

Aging
Minimum of 36 months in oak barrels.
Minimum of 24 months in bottle

Grape Varieties
100% Sangiovese
Alc: 15%

Ratings
98 points - Robert Parker The Wine Advocate “The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Cerretalto offers a prolonged, flowing, and carefully massaged drinking experience that drapes over the senses with some studied intensity and lots of intriguing complexity. This wine nails that perfect balance between power and elegance (that elusive exchange that so many winemakers hope to achieve) with effortless precision. Bold cherry fruit and spice are tightly woven together. In the mouth, the wine shows texture, depth, and succulence. Generally speaking, this is not my favorite vintage in Montalcino, but this wine suddenly made me forget that thought.”

98 points – James Suckling “Flavors of medicinal herbs, juniper, macerated cherry, plum, tobacco, and spice are the hallmarks of this intense red, which is ripe and concentrated, yet sleek and focused. Spice notes chime in on the long, minerally and firmly tannic finish.”