Winemaker's Notes
A refined expression of Montalcino’s elegance, Ugolforte is a single-vineyard Brunello crafted with precision and respect for tradition. Made from 100% Sangiovese grown on the estate's hillside vineyards, this wine showcases the harmony between structure and finesse. In the glass, Ugolforte opens with aromas of dark cherries, blackberries, and dried rose petals, intertwined with hints of tobacco, leather, and sweet spices. The palate is full-bodied yet balanced, with polished tannins and vibrant acidity that lend tension and aging potential. Layers of ripe red fruit, earthy undertones, and a touch of balsamic evolve into a long, savory finish.
Critic Ratings
Wine Spectator Review - Rated 95:
Vibrant acidity and refined tannins seep into the fabric of this round red, which is laced with cherry, raspberry and floral aromas and flavors. Mineral and underbrush accents add depth as this plays out on the long, dusty finish.
James Suckling Review - Rated 94:
Cherry and berry aromas with hints of sandalwood follow through to a medium body with integrated tannins that are fine and focused. Silky texture. Delicious finish. Very elegant with nice structure. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but better in two or three years.
Wine Enthusiast Review - Rated 94:
The nose is savory and crisp, with aromas of top soil, new leather, mixed herbs, black cherries and tart blackberries. The fruit turns sweeter and juicier on the palate, creating a pleasing contrast with chalky, insistent tannins.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate Review - Rated 92:
There is deep black fruit and black plum on the San Giorgio 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Ugolforte. although it takes a little patience to get there. The wine is restrained or closed initially, and it's hard to draw anything out for the first 15 minutes or so after the bottle is opened. Once it gets going, you are treated to sweet cherry, redwood, almond biscotti and dried rose potpourri. It ages in large Slavonian oak casks.
| Winery |
Tenuta San Giorgio |
| Country |
Italy |
| Region |
Tuscany |
| Grape Varietal |
Sangiovese
|
| Year |
2019 |
| Size |
750 ML |
| ABV |
13.7% |
| Wine Style |
Red Wine |
