The Winery Banfi of Brunello di Montalcino of Tuscany

Winery Banfi
The winery offers 113 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 3.9.
This estate is part of the Banfi Vintners.
It is ranked in the top 67 of the estates of Tuscany.
It is located in Brunello di Montalcino in the region of Tuscany
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The Winery Banfi is one of the world's great estates. It offers 113 wines for sale in of Brunello di Montalcino to come and discover on site or to buy online.

The Banfi Estate is one of the most prestigious wine estates in Italy, nestled in the stunning landscape of Brunello di Montalcino, a region renowned for its exceptional wines. Founded in 1978 by Italian-American brothers John and Harry Mariani, the estate is recognized for its unwavering dedication to excellence and innovation. Spanning 2,830 hectares, the Banfi Estate is a breathtaking fusion of vineyards, olive groves, and forests. Among these, nearly 850 hectares are specifically devoted to vineyards, allowing for an outstanding diversity and quality of grapes produced. The grape varieties grown here include Sangiovese, native to the region, as well as other varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Pinot Grigio. The estate is globally recognized for its Brunello di Montalcino, an indulgent, rich and velvety red wine that perfectly embodies the estate's unique terroir. Banfi's philosophy is based on respect for nature and the local terroir. Through innovative winemaking techniques and meticulous vineyard management, the estate produces authentic and expressive wines that captivate the palates of wine lovers worldwide. Banfi's commitment to sustainability is also commendable. The estate was the first in Italy to be ISO 14001 certified for its environmental commitment. Also, the estate leverages eco-friendly technologies to reduce its carbon footprint, such as the use of solar energy to power its facilities. Visiting the Banfi Estate is an experience in itself.

Top Winery Banfi wines

Looking for the best Winery Banfi wines in Brunello di Montalcino among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Winery Banfi wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Winery Banfi wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top red wines of Winery Banfi

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Winery Banfi

How Winery Banfi wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of spanish stew (cocido), lamb marinated in white wine or potjevleesch (meat in a pot).

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Winery Banfi

On the nose the red wine of Winery Banfi. often reveals types of flavors of iron, cream or cherry and sometimes also flavors of grapefruit, oaky or citrus. In the mouth the red wine of Winery Banfi. is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

The best vintages in the red wines of Winery Banfi

  • 1980With an average score of 4.70/5
  • 1974With an average score of 4.70/5
  • 1983With an average score of 4.50/5
  • 1977With an average score of 4.50/5
  • 1995With an average score of 4.49/5
  • 1986With an average score of 4.40/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Winery Banfi.

  • Sangiovese
  • Merlot
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Pinot Noir
  • Cabernet Franc

Discovering the wine region of Brunello di Montalcino

The wine region of Brunello di Montalcino is located in the region of Toscane of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Soldera or the Domaine Casanova di Neri produce mainly wines red. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Brunello di Montalcino are Sangiovese, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Brunello di Montalcino often reveals types of flavors of iron, potpourri or dried fruit and sometimes also flavors of dried rose, berry jam or rose petal.

In the mouth of Brunello di Montalcino is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins. We currently count 557 estates and châteaux in the of Brunello di Montalcino, producing 930 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Brunello di Montalcino go well with generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or game (deer, venison).

The top white wines of Winery Banfi

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Winery Banfi

How Winery Banfi wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of pasta, vegetarian or appetizers and snacks such as recipes of trofie ( pasta ) paradiso, quiche lorraine or pretzel and ode mauricette!.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Winery Banfi

On the nose the white wine of Winery Banfi. often reveals types of flavors of pineapple, cream or grapefruit and sometimes also flavors of oaky, tropical or citrus. In the mouth the white wine of Winery Banfi. is a with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Winery Banfi

  • 2003With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.88/5
  • 2018With an average score of 3.84/5
  • 2016With an average score of 3.71/5
  • 2017With an average score of 3.71/5
  • 0With an average score of 3.70/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Winery Banfi.

  • Chardonnay
  • Pinot Grigio
  • Vermentino
  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Cortese
  • Pinot Gris

Discover the grape variety: Cabernet franc

Cabernet Franc is one of the oldest red grape varieties in Bordeaux. The Libourne region is its terroir where it develops best. The terroirs of Saint-Emilion and Fronsac allow it to mature and develop its best range of aromas. It is also the majority in many blends. The very famous Château Cheval Blanc, for example, uses 60% Cabernet Franc. The wines produced with Cabernet Franc are medium in colour with fine tannins and subtle aromas of small red fruits and spices. When blended with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, it brings complexity and a bouquet of aromas to the wine. It produces fruity wines that can be drunk quite quickly, but whose great vintages can be kept for a long time. It is an earlier grape variety than Cabernet Sauvignon, which means that it is planted as far north as the Loire Valley. In Anjou, it is also used to make sweet rosé wines. Cabernet Franc is now used in some twenty countries in Europe and throughout the world.

The top sparkling wines of Winery Banfi

Food and wine pairings with a sparkling wine of Winery Banfi

How Winery Banfi wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of veal, pork or game (deer, venison) such as recipes of marinated veal skewers with herbs, capellini with prosciutto or rabbit on the barbecue.

Organoleptic analysis of sparkling wines of Winery Banfi

On the nose the sparkling wine of Winery Banfi. often reveals types of flavors of grapefruit, citrus or peach and sometimes also flavors of microbio, oak or tree fruit. In the mouth the sparkling wine of Winery Banfi. is a .

The best vintages in the sparkling wines of Winery Banfi

  • 2005With an average score of 4.50/5
  • 2003With an average score of 4.20/5
  • 2001With an average score of 4.20/5
  • 2013With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2016With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2019With an average score of 4.00/5

The grape varieties most used in the sparkling wines of Winery Banfi.

  • Chardonnay
  • Pinot Noir
  • Brachetto
  • Moscato
  • Pinot Blanc
  • Pinot Nero

The word of the wine: Olfaction

Perception of odours and aromas by the olfactory bulb. Retroolfaction is the same phenomenon inside the mouth via the retronasal route.

The top sweet wines of Winery Banfi

Food and wine pairings with a sweet wine of Winery Banfi

How Winery Banfi wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of sweet desserts, beef or veal such as recipes of french toast, fleischnacka leaf or veal with chestnut and pietra (corsican beer).

Organoleptic analysis of sweet wines of Winery Banfi

On the nose the sweet wine of Winery Banfi. often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or microbio and sometimes also flavors of vegetal, oak or tree fruit.

The best vintages in the sweet wines of Winery Banfi

  • 2004With an average score of 4.40/5
  • 2016With an average score of 4.20/5
  • 2006With an average score of 4.20/5
  • 2014With an average score of 4.18/5
  • 2013With an average score of 4.09/5
  • 2011With an average score of 4.07/5

The grape varieties most used in the sweet wines of Winery Banfi.

  • Moscato
  • Muscadelle
  • Sangiovese

Discover the grape variety: Macabeo

The top pink wines of Winery Banfi

Food and wine pairings with a pink wine of Winery Banfi

How Winery Banfi wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or veal such as recipes of pork tongue with tomato sauce and pickles, fried vegetables with merguez and chipo or pork cheeks with cider and honey.

Organoleptic analysis of pink wines of Winery Banfi

On the nose the pink wine of Winery Banfi. often reveals types of flavors of red fruit, floral or microbio and sometimes also flavors of tree fruit, spices or citrus fruit.

The best vintages in the pink wines of Winery Banfi

  • 2011With an average score of 3.70/5
  • 2018With an average score of 3.62/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.60/5
  • 2014With an average score of 3.56/5
  • 0With an average score of 3.45/5
  • 2015With an average score of 3.40/5

The grape varieties most used in the pink wines of Winery Banfi.

  • Sangiovese
  • Brachetto
  • Merlot
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Vermentino

The word of the wine: Evolved

Said of a wine showing by its colour (tuilé in the case of reds, amber in the case of whites), its aromas or its structure that it is nearing the end of its peak and needs to be drunk quickly.

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Planning a wine route in the of Brunello di Montalcino? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of wines similar to Winery Banfi.

Discover the grape variety: Pinot blanc

Pinot Blanc is a grape variety that originated in Burgundy, mutated from Pinot Gris. Today, it is grown in Alsace where it is called klevner when blended with auxerrois. The continental climate, with its cold winters and hot summers, is particularly suited to pinot blanc. It is resistant to frost in winter and in summer, the roots draw the minerals it needs from the warm soil. Its bunches are made up of small berries with thick skins and melting pulp that produce fruity, spicy wines, balanced between acidity and alcohol. pinot blanc is also used for crémants and sparkling wines. Pinot Blanc is also used for Crémant and sparkling wines. It is widely grown in Italy, where it covers almost 7,000 hectares, and is also found in Germany, Austria, Canada and South Africa.

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