A lack of winter cold, the right amount of rain and a sudden change in temperature led in some areas to budding as early as the first week in April.The spring months were marked by rain and high temperatures which fostered perfect fruit set.The summer months were hot with relatively cool nights and little but well dispersed rain that allowed the grapes to ripen very evenly – earlier with respect to previous seasons.

Blend
80% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon

Fermentation temperature
7-9 days on the skins

Ageing
The wine is matured in new barrels and casks for 18 months

Bottling date
July 1,2,3 2009

Tasting notes
Enveloping aromas, typical of Mediterranean plants. Ripe red fruits and refined toasted and mineral notes. In the mouth – a myriad of flavours, rich and extremely elegant. The spicy notes and the toasting level of the wood used for ageing are in perfect harmony. This is the apex of the expression of the Brolio terroir. It is full of promise and will develop into complex aromas as it ages.