Biondi-Santi Brunello di Montalcino DOC Riserva 2001
Biondi-Santi Brunello di Montalcino DOC Riserva 2001
Biondi Santi
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Biondi-Santi Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2001 "La Storica"
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva · La Storica Collection · Tenuta Greppo
Official Description
The 2001 Riserva "La Storica" represents one of the historic Brunello di Montalcino Riserva bottlings from Tenuta Greppo.
Produced exclusively from the estate's oldest vines and aged in Slavonian oak barrels for three years, it subsequently benefited from extended bottle ageing in the quiet darkness of "La Storica," Biondi-Santi's legendary library cellar.
This wine reflects the traditional style, patience, and longevity that have defined Biondi-Santi for generations.
Vintage 2001
At Tenuta Greppo, January through May were cold and wet. June, July, and August were dry and hot.
By early September the grapes had already reached full ripeness. Harvest began during the second decade of September under dry and cool conditions, allowing the fruit to be picked in excellent health and maturity.
Origin
The 2001 Riserva was produced using BBS11 (Brunello Biondi Santi 11), the estate's proprietary clone of Sangiovese Grosso.
This clone was identified and selected by Biondi-Santi at Tenuta Greppo during the 1970s.
For this Riserva, only grapes from the estate's oldest vines, more than 25 years of age, were used.
Ageing
The wine matured in Slavonian oak barrels for three years.
Following barrel ageing, it underwent long bottle refinement in "La Storica," the renowned bottle library at Tenuta Greppo where historic Biondi-Santi Riserva vintages are carefully preserved.
About BBS11
BBS11 (Brunello Biondi Santi 11) is the proprietary Sangiovese Grosso clone identified and selected by the Biondi-Santi family at Tenuta Greppo.
Its use is a defining element of the estate's identity and contributes to the elegance, structure, freshness, and longevity associated with Biondi-Santi wines.
Expected Mature Profile
- Dried cherry
- Wild berries
- Rose petals
- Orange peel
- Tobacco
- Leather
- Forest floor
- Mediterranean herbs
- Tea leaf
- Earthy spice
- Long mineral finish
Technical Information
- Producer: Franco Biondi Santi
- Estate: Tenuta Greppo
- Country: Italy
- Region: Tuscany
- Appellation: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva
- Vintage: 2001
- Collection: La Storica
- Grape Variety: BBS11 Sangiovese Grosso
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- Ageing: 3 years in Slavonian oak barrels
- Vine Age: Over 25 years
Food Pairing Ideas
Pairs beautifully with bistecca alla Fiorentina, roasted lamb, braised beef, venison, truffle dishes, porcini mushrooms, aged Pecorino Toscano, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and traditional Tuscan cuisine.
Serving Recommendations
Serve at 16–18°C. Stand upright before opening to allow sediment to settle. Decant gently only if necessary and avoid excessive aeration to preserve the wine's mature complexity.
Why We Love It
The 2001 Riserva "La Storica" combines one of Brunello's greatest modern vintages with the heritage of Tenuta Greppo. Produced from BBS11 Sangiovese Grosso and sourced from vines over 25 years old, it captures the precision, longevity, and unmistakable identity that have made Biondi-Santi one of the world's most iconic wine estates.
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