Which grape is used to produce Brunello di Montalcino?

Which grape is used to produce Brunello di Montalcino?

• A. Sangiovese Grosso
• B. Sangiovese
• C. Nebbiolo
• D. Barbera

Answer: (A)

Brunello di Montalcino is produced exclusively from a specific clone of Sangiovese called Sangiovese Grosso, the grape that defines Brunello. The name Brunello itself refers to this clone, and regulations require the wine to be made from Sangiovese Grosso grown in the Montalcino area. This gives Brunello its distinctive structure and aging potential. Nebbiolo and Barbera are different grapes from other regions, so they aren’t used for Brunello. While Sangiovese is the broader Tuscan grape behind many wines, the Brunello designation points to the Sangiovese Grosso clone.

Brunello di Montalcino is produced exclusively from a specific clone of Sangiovese called Sangiovese Grosso, the grape that defines Brunello. The name Brunello itself refers to this clone, and regulations require the wine to be made from Sangiovese Grosso grown in the Montalcino area. This gives Brunello its distinctive structure and aging potential. Nebbiolo and Barbera are different grapes from other regions, so they aren’t used for Brunello. While Sangiovese is the broader Tuscan grape behind many wines, the Brunello designation points to the Sangiovese Grosso clone.