Back in 2007, our store took a group of lucky customers to Italy and toured some of the finest wineries throughout Piedmont, Tuscany and Alto Adige. One very special visit was to the Loacker Family estate, Corte Pavone, located in Tuscany, Italy. As you can imagine, the experience and view were second to none and the wine itself even better! (See pictures below)
Today, we present to you a value you won't find anywhere else from this winery: Corte Pavone, Brunello di Montalcino, 2008. This featured Brunello is available for a limited time, while supplies last for just $32.99 (!!!!!), normally retailing at $72.99/bottle. The price hardly seems possible for as good as this wine tastes and the extent of its travels.
This classic Brunello is showing remarkably well and is just entering its enjoyment period. The 2008 vintage was coined with wines of good acidity and ripe layers of fruit. Corte Pavone's 2008 Brunello has a nice smoky character to it along with dark cherry and wild strawberry fruit on the nose. This leaner style Brunello is elegant, fresh and perfect for just about any dish due to its perfect balance. Pop the cork on this amazing wine now or cellar for another 8+ years.
The Corte Pavone estate, extends across the Montalcino hillsides at around 500 meters altitude amid vineyards and thick Mediterranean scrub. Only the finest sites and soils have been selected for the clones of Sangiovese. As a certified organic winery, Corte Pavone has been practicing biodynamic wine-growing techniques since 1979 which has yielded in high rewards in the quality of Brunello produced. Aromatic plants and herbs such as rosemary, lavender and thyme grow among the vines in the Corte Pavone estate. These and many more carefully selected methods characterize the aromas and flavors of the complex and deep 'Brunello di Montalcino'. Post crush and fermentation, the wine is matured for four to five years in oak casks of differing sizes and origins and then left to mature in bottle for six additional months prior to release. Phew! That's a lot of work going into such a gorgeous Brunello at only $32.99/bottle!
Take an additional 10% off 6-11 bottles, 15% off 12+ bottles & 20% off straight cases. As a limited time offer, inventory is expected to move quickly. Please call ahead for case orders to ensure product availability (630) 420-1502. Offer is available in stores while supplies last.
