Caparzo Brunello di Montalcino 2018

A Brunello di Montalcino from Caparzo, made from Sangiovese. Caparzo was founded in 1970 and is one of Montalcino's historic cellars, contributing to the renown of Brunello di Montalcino. The estate was bought in 1998 by current owner Elisabetta Gnudi Angelini after a period of decline, with the aim of growing, improving and restoring it to its former glory. Investments and modernisation of the vineyard, with help from winemaker Massimo Bracalente, have brought Caparzo to top Brunello producer status. The Caparzo estate covers 200 hectares, of which 90 hectares are vineyards and 9 hectares are dedicated to Brunello.