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Castello Banfi Brunello Poggio Alle Mura Riserva Italy 2008

Castello Banfi Brunello Poggio Alle Mura Riserva Italy 2008

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A complex, mature red with rich dark fruit and savory depth, offering elegant longevity. The Castello Banfi Poggio alle Mura Riserva 2008, from Montalcino, is 100% Sangiovese. With a deep garnet hue, it offers plum, tobacco, and cacao, followed by a full-bodied, velvety palate. Perfect with 紅燒獅子頭 or braised beef. Serve at 16°C; enjoy now or cellar until 2030. A great-value Brunello.
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Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino Poggio alle Mura Riserva 2008

Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino Poggio alle Mura Riserva 2008

From 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.

Winemaking Process

Banfi’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.

Tasting Notes

A complex, mature red with rich dark fruit and savory depth, offering elegant longevity.
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.

Awards and Accolades

The 2008 Poggio alle Mura Riserva earned 91 points from Wine Enthusiast for its underbrush, blue flower, and mature plum aromas with bracing tannins. CellarTracker 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.

Food Pairings

Pair 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.

Serving and Cellaring

Serve 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.

Technical Details

Alcohol: 14.5% ABV
Residual Sugar: <2 g/L
Closure: Natural cork

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