2019 Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova Methusalem (6 liter)

the identity of Tenuta Nuova

Tenuta Nuova is the cuvée that made Casanova di Neri famous worldwide. The vineyards are located in the southern part of Montalcino, on poor and stony soils of slate, limestone, and old clay. This location produces Sangiovese with depth, tension, power, and a striking aromatic layering. Tenuta Nuova is known for its combination of intensity and elegance, where ripe fruit, spice, and structure come together in perfect balance.

Casanova di Neri was founded in 1971 and is now among the absolute top of Montalcino. Giacomo Neri and his sons continue to run the estate with meticulous care. The grapes are harvested late, rigorously sorted, and aged for extended periods. Over the years, Tenuta Nuova has developed its own distinctive style that blends both modern and classic.

the advantage of a Methuselah (6 liter)

The Methusalem is not only impressive in size but also offers a slower and more even aging process. The volume-to-oxygen ratio is favorable, allowing the wine to remain fresh and energetic for longer. The tannins soften more slowly, and the aromatic complexity gradually deepens. For a powerful Brunello like this, a Methusalem is the ideal size to fully develop.

the 2019 wine year: intense, pure and perfectly balanced

The 2019 vintage is considered one of the most harmonious and successful of the past decade in Montalcino. The summer was warm but never excessively so, with plenty of cool nights. This allowed the grapes to develop a deep aromatic core, perfect phenolic ripeness, and retain fresh acidity.

For Tenuta Nuova, this resulted in a wine with power, maturity, and tension. The tannins are fine, concentrated, and structured. The aromatic freshness makes the wine particularly elegant, even in its youth.

vinification and maturation

The hand-picked grapes are rigorously selected. Fermentation is gentle and controlled. The wine then matures in tonneaux for thirty months, from which it develops its characteristic texture and warmth. Further bottle aging follows, which, in a Methusalem, is even more subtle and slower, allowing the aromas and structure to develop harmoniously.

color, aroma and taste of the 2019 Tenuta Nuova

The color is deep ruby red with an almost dark core. The nose reveals a full expression of black cherry, ripe plums, wild berries, and a subtle smoky spice. This is followed by notes of licorice, star anise, black pepper, and a hint of balsamic vinegar.

The Wine Advocate's assessment is subtly reflected here in the deep impressions of black fruit, dark spices, and pronounced concentration. References to ink, dark spices, and a powerful structure are clearly discernible in the aromatic layering.

Furthermore, the signature elements of the Vinous rating are incorporated: the wine displays a refined perfume of dried black cherry, clove, sage, and a subtle citrusy tension reminiscent of spiced blood orange. The floral character with notes of violet and lavender emerges early on, giving the wine an elegant, airy lift.

On the palate, the wine is full and intense, with a core of ripe black fruit supported by vibrant acidity. The texture is silky yet firm, remarkably precise and classic in style. The mid-palate is expansive, layered, and deep, combining spice, floral notes, and a light mineral undertone.

The tannins are fine-grained and powerful, but never harsh. As Vinous notes, the wine clearly reveals its structure, with a long, impressive finish that combines power and subtlety. The finish is long, complex, and structured, again with notes of black cherries, spices, and a refined dry tension.

In a Methuselah, this 2019 will develop extremely slowly and harmoniously, allowing its elegance and aromatic purity to emerge even more strongly.

official reviews

The Wine Advocate : 97 points – Monica Larner. She describes the wine as dark, rich, concentrated, and exceptionally well-structured, with notes of black fruit, spices, licorice, and star anise. Excellent potential and a long future.

Vinous : 96 points – Eric Guido. He emphasizes the floral elegance, freshness, refined spices, and silky texture. The finish is powerful, long, and layered, with clear structure and excellent longevity.

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wine and food pairings

• Bistecca alla Fiorentina. The wine's robust structure and dark herbs are ideal with grilled beef.
• Wild boar stew with rosemary. The deep, earthy flavors are perfectly offset by the dark fruit notes.
• Pappardelle with duck ragù. The wine retains enough freshness to balance the rich dish.
• Aged pecorino. The salty, hardness contrasts beautifully with the full, ripe body of the wine.
• Oven-baked rack of lamb with thyme and garlic. Tenuta Nuova wines pair beautifully with spicy lamb.
• Mushroom risotto with Parmesan. The earthy notes underscore the mineral structure of the Brunello.