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Casanova Di Neri Brunello Di Montalcino 2012

  • Bruce Sanderson
    95 Points
Casanova Di Neri Brunello Di Montalcino 2012
  • Bruce Sanderson
    95 Points
Casanova Di Neri Brunello Di Montalcino 2012
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Casanova Di Neri Brunello Di Montalcino 2012

SKU: CDNB201210 UCAU
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Casanova di Neri was purchased by current proprietor Giacomo Neri’s father in 1971. Today, the estate’s 155 acres of vineyards are located mostly east of the town of Montalcino, including Cerretalto, a 12-acre parcel, while the 62-acre Tenuta Nuova lies farther south.

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Tasting Notes

Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino 2012 exemplifies the art of Tuscan winemaking, originating from the estate’s carefully cultivated vineyards spanning 155 acres near the historic town of Montalcino. This prestigious vintage harmoniously blends grapes from the esteemed Cerretalto vineyard, a coveted 12-acre parcel known for producing concentrated and complex fruit, with those from the expansive 62-acre Tenuta Nuova estate to the south. Together, these parcels capture the distinctive terroir diversity that makes Brunello di Montalcino one of Italy’s most celebrated appellations.

Under the expert stewardship of Giacomo Neri, whose family has nurtured the estate since 1971, Casanova di Neri continues to deliver wines that embody remarkable structure, depth, and elegance. The 2012 vintage is especially noteworthy for its ideal growing season, which ensured optimal ripening conditions and a rich concentration of flavors. The wine offers a vibrant bouquet featuring ripe dark cherries and plum, intertwined with subtle notes of tobacco and spice that add complexity and intrigue.

On the palate, this Brunello reveals fine, well-integrated tannins and a persistent, lengthy finish that underscores its exceptional quality and aging potential. Sourced exclusively from a premium private cellar, it has earned high praise from respected critic Bruce Sanderson, who awarded it an impressive 95-point rating. Such acclaim reflects the wine’s sophisticated balance and the meticulous craftsmanship behind its production.

This 2012 Brunello di Montalcino stands as a refined expression of the Sangiovese grape, cultivated in one of Tuscany’s most prestigious regions. It offers both power and finesse, making it a distinguished example of Italian premium wine. The estate’s rich heritage, combined with the exceptional terroir of Montalcino, results in a wine that is not only a collector’s treasure but also a true testament to the enduring excellence of Casanova di Neri.

Critic Scores

Effusive aromas and flavors of raspberry, cherry, floral, mineral and tobacco are at the center of this linear, vibrant red. Well-structured, this offers terrific length on the sinewy finish. Best from 2020 through 2035.

Vinification & Cultivation

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Vineyard Cultivation

Casanova di Neri holds a central position in modern Brunello di Montalcino, with vineyard holdings across the classified sites of this Tuscan appellation. The vineyards benefit from Montalcino's warm southern exposure, clay-limestone soils, and the altitude-driven day-night temperature variation that characterises the zone. The 2012 vintage was notably challenging: early season frosts and then a cool, wet summer slowed ripening, though autumn warmth partially recovered fruit development. These conditions produced wines of higher acidity and more restrained concentration than the preceding decade's warmer vintages—a character that, given time, reveals Brunello's structural elegance.

Vinification

The 2012 Brunello followed the estate's traditional protocol: extended maceration on skins with native yeast fermentation in temperature-controlled facilities, then élevage in large Slavonian oak (or a portion in smaller French oak, depending on cuvée selection). The slow oxidative environment of large casks allowed phenolic integration and aromatic development. Malolactic conversion occurred post-fermentation, building complexity. Bottling occurred after extended ageing, with further bottle maturation before release—a timeline reflecting Montalcino's regulatory and qualitative requirements.

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