Banfi Brunello di Montalcino Poggio Alle Mura 2016

Banfi Brunello di Montalcino “Poggio alle Mura” 2016

A flagship expression from Castello Banfi and one of the estate’s most celebrated single-vineyard Brunellos, Poggio alle Mura 2016 captures the grandeur and precision of an outstanding vintage. Sourced from a historic hillside vineyard surrounding Banfi’s medieval castle, this wine represents a more structured, age-worthy interpretation of Sangiovese, crafted for long-term evolution.

The 2016 vintage opens with complex aromatics of ripe red cherry, black raspberry, and plum, intertwined with notes of violet, dried rose, and sweet balsamic herbs. Layers of spice—clove, anise, and cedar—emerge alongside hints of leather, tobacco, and crushed stone. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet impeccably balanced, with firm, finely grained tannins, vibrant acidity, and a deep, mineral-driven core. The finish is long and resonant, revealing savory spice and earthy nuances that linger gracefully.

A classic, cellar-worthy Brunello from a benchmark year, Poggio alle Mura 2016 combines power and elegance in equal measure and will reward patience with increasing complexity over time.

Grape: 100% Sangiovese (Brunello)

Region: Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

Vineyard: Poggio alle Mura (single-vineyard)

Style: Structured, refined, age-worthy

Pairing: Bistecca alla Fiorentina, braised short ribs, game, truffle dishes

Cellaring: Drink from 2025 with decanting; peak potential through 2045+

A serious, collector-level Brunello that showcases Banfi’s terroir mastery and the timeless greatness of the 2016 vintage.