Castello Romitorio
Beautiful and ancient, sitting high on the hillside in the north-west of the Montalcino, the foundations of Castello Romitorio date back to the Roman times and the building has had many purposes since then. It wasn't until famous Italian artist Sandro Chia purchased the property in 1984 that its significant impact on the wines of Montalcino began.
Having been abandoned since World War II, Sandro had to completely restore the castle and replant the vineyards which are now sustainably managed and interspersed among virgin woodland. Castello Romitorio has been a long labour of love but thankfully their wines quickly gained critical acclaim and they now have a reputation as a trailblazing estate for how quickly they shot up the Brunello hierarchy.
While Sandro's artwork still adorns the labels, today the estate run by his son Filippo, with the guidance of consultant Paolo Vagaggini, and under his tenure the estate has been "on fire" in the word's of the Wine Advocate's Monica Larner. After being under-appreciated for too long, now "all of his wines are enjoying a well-deserved moment in the spotlight"
Having been abandoned since World War II, Sandro had to completely restore the castle and replant the vineyards which are now sustainably managed and interspersed among virgin woodland. Castello Romitorio has been a long labour of love but thankfully their wines quickly gained critical acclaim and they now have a reputation as a trailblazing estate for how quickly they shot up the Brunello hierarchy.
While Sandro's artwork still adorns the labels, today the estate run by his son Filippo, with the guidance of consultant Paolo Vagaggini, and under his tenure the estate has been "on fire" in the word's of the Wine Advocate's Monica Larner. After being under-appreciated for too long, now "all of his wines are enjoying a well-deserved moment in the spotlight"
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Vinous (95)
The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino is laced with spicy, dark red fruits, wild, sweet and spicy floral tones that give way to savory herbs, hints of animal musk and black earth. On the palate, it's soft, enveloping, almost creamy in texture and offset by a mix of savory spice, fine tannin and saturating mineral tones as black cherry and sage seem to hover on the senses. The finish is spicy and long, structured, but also with vibrant primary fruits holding on strong, as a twang of savory herbs lingers long.د.إ1,475.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
The Castello Romitorio 2016 Brunello di Montalcino is a classic expression of the vintage, showing lots of ripe fruit, crushed mineral, herbal nuances and varietal-driven purity. This wine nails that sweet spot between elegance and power that is not easily achieved. It offers an expanded array of Sangiovese flavors with wild cherry, forest floor, crushed clove and medicinal herb, but it also shows plump density and a velvety texture. Filippo Chia and his team have created a sold wine for medium or long-term drinking. Production is exactly 58,874 bottles.د.إ1,170.00 -
Wine Advocate (94)
The Castello Romitorio 2017 Brunello di Montalcino comes from an estate that is quickly becoming a leader in a special niche of the Montalcino market. The wine is modern and soft, showing lots of contained ripeness and creaminess, yet it successfully embraces the fundamentals of the appellation and Sangiovese, thanks to its bright acidity and finely tuned structure. Few wines reach this level of precision, especially in a challenging vintage such as this.د.إ886.00 -
Vinous (95)
Darkly alluring and spicy, the 2019 Brunello di Montalcino emanates from the glass with an earthy blend of crushed rocks, savory herbs, spiced blood orange and dried cherries. This soothes the palate with its soft textures and depths of wild berry fruit. Brisk acidity and mineral tones add lift but also depth. The 2019 finishes dramatically long and structured, turning youthfully inward on itself as orange and rosy inner florals resonate. The house style is on full display here, elevated by the radiant fruits of the 2019 vintage.د.إ1,214.00 -
Wine Spectator (98)
This stunning red exudes bright cherry, blackberry, plum, iron and tobacco aromas and flavors, all knit together almost seamlessly, with vibrant acidity and refined tannins. Shows a combination of power and grace, with a long fruit and savory aftertaste. Best from 2023 through 2047. 620 cases made, 150 cases imported.د.إ4,950.00 -
Vinous (97)
The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva lifts up with elegance and richness, as sweet lavender and violets give way to a more savory display of black cherries, Tuscan dust and cedar box with hints of cooling mint. This rushes the palate with sweet red fruits and spices, silky yet lifted, and displaying a delicacy not expected from the Riserva category, yet quite welcome. Beneath is a core of power and density just waiting to unfold. Minerality comes through in the finale, mingling with a fine coating of tannin and hints of spicy citrus. This harmonious Brunello will have a very long life. The Riserva is a selection of two Brunello barrels, one tonneau and one large cask, from Romitorio’s cellar. Simply stunning.د.إ4,340.00
