{"title":"Banfi","description":"\u003cp\u003eCastello Banfi is a family owned estate in the Brunello region of Tuscany. Known in the 13th century as Poggio alle Mura, Castello Banfi is a rarety among Italian wine estates. The most gratifying of all its praises is the one of neighboring vintners who acknowledge Banfi's role in pioneering a new are in Brunello and bringing the wine world's attention to Montalcino. Wine Spectator Magazine have ranked Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino and the Riserva Poggio all' Oro Brunello di Montalcino in their top 10 wines of the year twice in the last three years.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2011-castello-banfi-brunello-poggio-alle-mura-riserva","title":"Castello Banfi Brunello Poggio Alle Mura Riserva 2011","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eCastello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino Poggio alle Mura Riserva 2011\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\nbody { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 20px; }\nh2 { color: #333; }\nh4 { color: #555; }\np { margin: 10px 0; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCastello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino Poggio alle Mura Riserva 2011\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the prestigious Castello Banfi estate in Montalcino, Tuscany, the Poggio alle Mura Riserva 2011 is a distinguished red showcasing Sangiovese’s depth. Crafted from 100% Sangiovese clones from vineyards around Poggio alle Mura castle on sandy, calcareous soils, it’s fermented in hybrid stainless steel and wood tanks. Aged for five years, including two in French oak (90% barriques, 10% casks), it offers a deep garnet hue and sophisticated complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWinemaking Process\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBanfi’s innovative approach shines in this wine. The 2011 vintage undergoes a 12–14-day maceration and temperature-controlled fermentation (27–29°C). Two years in French oak (90% barriques, 10% large casks) and further bottle aging create a balanced Riserva with long aging potential, reflecting Banfi’s clonal research begun in the 1980s for optimal Sangiovese expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA refined, mature red with rich dark fruit and complex savory notes, offering lasting elegance.\u003cbr\u003e\nThe nose reveals prune jam, ripe cherry, and tobacco, with balsamic and coffee hints. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and velvety, with black plum, licorice, and spice, supported by mature, gentle tannins and a harmonious, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2011 Poggio alle Mura Riserva earned 93 points from \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e for its sweet, jammy fruit and fine-grained tannins. \u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e awarded 93 points, praising its ripe fruit and spicy oak notes. \u003cem\u003eRobert Parker\u003c\/em\u003e gave 95 points, noting its bright, generous appeal. \u003cem\u003eCellarTracker\u003c\/em\u003e users average 91 points, appreciating its complex balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this Brunello with Western dishes like braised beef or wild boar ragù to highlight its dark fruit and savory notes. For Chinese cuisine, try 烤鴨, 紅燒獅子頭, 港式咖喱牛腩, or 京醬肉絲 to complement its velvety texture and spicy depth. Ideal for hearty dinners or special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe at 16°C with two hours of decanting to enhance aromas. Enjoy now or cellar until 2032 for further complexity. Explore our Tuscany collection for more Brunello gems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol: 14.5% ABV\u003cbr\u003e\nResidual Sugar: \u0026lt;2 g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\nClosure: Natural cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"BBR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47789970981035,"sku":"ASW017","price":848.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/castello_banfi_brunello_poggio_alle_mura_riserva_1.jpg?v=1789180839"},{"product_id":"2008-castello-banfi-brunello-poggioalle-mura-riserva","title":"Castello Banfi Brunello Poggio Alle Mura Riserva Italy 2008","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\n    \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n    \u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\"\u003e\n    \u003ctitle\u003eCastello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino Poggio alle Mura Riserva 2008\u003c\/title\u003e\n    \u003cstyle\u003e\n        body { font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; margin: 20px; }\n        h2 { color: #333; }\n        h4 { color: #555; }\n        p { margin: 10px 0; }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n    \u003ch2\u003eCastello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino Poggio alle Mura Riserva 2008\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFrom the renowned Castello Banfi estate in Montalcino, Tuscany, the Poggio alle Mura Riserva 2008 is a sophisticated red showcasing Sangiovese’s potential. Crafted from 100% Sangiovese clones selected from vineyards around the Poggio alle Mura castle, it’s grown on sandy, calcareous soils. Fermented in hybrid stainless steel and wood tanks and aged for five years, including two in French oak (90% barriques, 10% casks), it offers a deep garnet hue and refined complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eWinemaking Process\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBanfi’s innovative approach defines this wine. The 2008 vintage undergoes a 12–14-day maceration and temperature-controlled fermentation (27–29°C). Aged for two years in French oak (90% barriques, 10% large casks) and an additional year in bottle, it reflects meticulous clonal research started in the 1980s, ensuring a rich, balanced Riserva with long aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA complex, mature red with rich dark fruit and savory depth, offering elegant longevity.\u003cbr\u003e\n    The nose reveals mature black plum, prune jam, tobacco, and cacao, with balsamic and leather hints. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and velvety, with black cherry, licorice, and espresso, supported by firm, gentle tannins and a long, harmonious finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eAwards and Accolades\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 2008 Poggio alle Mura Riserva earned 91 points from \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e for its underbrush, blue flower, and mature plum aromas with bracing tannins. \u003cem\u003eCellarTracker\u003c\/em\u003e users awarded an average of 92 points, praising its rich, syrupy texture and tarry notes. Critics celebrate its complexity and balance, ideal for near-term drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePair this Brunello with Western dishes like braised beef or wild boar ragù to highlight its dark fruit and savory notes. For Chinese cuisine, try 紅燒獅子頭, 烤鴨, 港式咖喱牛腩, or 醬爆肉丁 to complement its velvety texture and spicy depth. Ideal for hearty dinners or special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eServing and Cellaring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eServe at 16°C with two hours of decanting to enhance aromas. Enjoy now or cellar until 2030 for further complexity. Explore our Tuscany collection for more Brunello gems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003ch4\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAlcohol: 14.5% ABV\u003cbr\u003e\n    Residual Sugar: \u0026lt;2 g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\n    Closure: Natural cork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"BBR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47789971013803,"sku":"ASW016","price":848.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/3023\/7867\/files\/castello_banfi_brunello_poggio_alle_mura_riserva.jpg?v=1789180840"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.regiswine.com.hk\/collections\/banfi.oembed","provider":"Regis Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}