The first written mention of Brunello came in the 14th century, though it was not widely documented until the early 1800s; most records from this time cite the superiority of wines from the Montalcino region. It is likely that the earliest Brunellos contained a blend of grapes, but by the mid-19th century, varietal Sangiovese was being planted. Finally, in 1888, a winemaker named Ferruccio Biondi-Santi released the first modern version of Brunello di Montalcino, aged for a decade in oak barrels.

After World War II, the Biondi-Santi family was still the only producer of Brunello, and had only released four vintages until this time, establishing Brunello as one of Italy’s rarest wines. Little by little, other producers began to make Brunello in the postwar period, and in 1968 the Montalcino region was granted DOC status under Italy’s appellation laws. Finally, in 1980, the region was Italy’s first to gain DOCG status, the highest possible for Italian wines.

Today, Brunello di Montalcino has over 200 producers that make more than 300 thousand cases per year. However, due to its quality and relatively low production numbers, it remains one of Italy’s most expensive and sought-after wines.

Experience history in a bottle with our fantastic Brunello’s at UNBEATABLE prices available to you now!

Rodolfo Cosimi Il Poggiolo Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2016

95pts JS

Was: $75.00

NOW: $60.00

Bright ruby with a garnet rim. Fragrant and pithy nose, very compact and complex, notes of flowering violets, rose, then cherry and strawberry, subtle varnish tones. Crisp on the palate with lots of juice and vivid fruit, supple tannins and good length, invites you to take another sip.

Rodolfo Cosimi Il Poggiolo Terra Rossa Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015

92pts Falsaff

Was: $115.00

NOW: $97.99

Elegant, bright ruby red with delicately bright rim. On the nose bright malt, red cherry fruit, rich raspberries, a breath of vanilla powder. On the palate tension-loaded, with drive, shows strength, tannin and fruit, the components still have to come together a little, however, shows good foresight.

Corte dei Venti Brunello di Montalcino 2017

89pts WE

Was: $72.99

NOW: $66.99

This Brunello by Corte dei Venti is a robust and exciting Tuscan red wine made from Sangiovese grapes, aged for 36 months months in large Slavonian oak barrels.It expresses a typical and territorial organoleptic profile through a robust and deep mouthfeel, giving off an intense bouquet that smells of ripe red fruit, cocoa powder and vanilla on an ethereal and balsamic background, with flavors of tobacco and medicinal herbs.

Corte dei Venti Brunello di Montalcino 2016

91pts JS

Was: $79.99

NOW: $69.99

Bright ruby with hints of garnet. Typical notes of ripe red fruits combine with hints of sweet spices. A delicate ethereal and balsamic background, with tones of tobacco and official herbs. The great intensity in the mouth, the fullness and roundness are excellently supported by freshness and structure; the tannins robust and soft at the same time give an elegance and persistence to this wine and assure it of a long life.

Champagne Pre-Valentines Dinner

Chateau Cellars is in love with Champagne and you will be too at our exclusive wine dinner the night before Valentines Day in Ybor City. No need to fight the crowds and get gouged on the 14th, come to Beaune’s on the 13th instead.

On Tuesday February 13th at 6:30pm Beaune’s Wine Bar will host Norie Chinea from the world famous Laurent Perrier Champagne house as she leads us through the world of sparkling wines featuring the 100pt Tête de cuvée The Grand Siecle no 26.

A 4 course meal expertly designed to compliment the wines will be prepared by our favorite Chef Viet Vo.

What can be more romantic than a night of great food and bubbles?

Cost for this Wine Dinner is $200pp- Space is LIMITED

The Dinner Menu

Passed at the Bar: Crispy Chicken Bites and Grilled Shrimp Cocktail

Seated:

1st Course

Salad: Mixed Greens with Dijon Vinaigrette

2nd Course

Soup: French Onion Soup

Main

Cod with Citrus Buerre Blanc or Crispy Pork Cutlet with Cucumber and Tomato Salad: sides: Roasted Broccolini and Orzo

Cheese Course

Assorted with Spreads and Crostini

The Wines

At the Bar- Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Brut

Seated:

Laurent-Perrier Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature

Laurent-Perrier Cuvee Rose Brut

Laurent-Perrier Millesime Brut 2012

Grand Siecle par Laurent-Perrier No 26 (100pt Wine of the Year JS)

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Brunello di Montalcino Masterclass

Featuring Mastrojanni Winery

On Saturday, February 24th at 6pm we are pleased to invite you to a Brunello Masterclass tasting hosted by MS Laura Paolucci, representative of Mastrojanni, who will lead you through the world of Brunello and the wines from Mastrojanni.

Founded by Gabriele Mastrojanni, the namesake winery is a pioneer of making top-quality Brunello di Montalcino in the subzone of Castelnuovo dell’Abate, where the warm temperature is moderated by the surrounding ridges and flowing Orcia River, producing Brunellos with rich fruits, minerality and profound complexity. The estate is now owned and managed by the coffee dynasty Gruppo Illy, which puts investments in both the vineyards and cellars to further improve the quality without changing day-to-day operations or the house style.

To complement these exquisite wines, Beaune’s Wine Bar will be providing a light selection of cheese and charcuterie, carefully curated to enhance your tasting journey.

Limited seating available- Cost for this tasting event is $70pp

Here’s the line-up from Mastrojanni:

Rosso di Montalcino 2021

Brunello di Montalcino 2018

Brunello di Montalcino 2016

Brunello di Montalcino 2013

Brunello di Montalcino “Vigna Loreto” 2018

Brunello di Montalcino “Sciena d’Asino” 2018

Special Pricing Available Event Night Only- Don’t Miss this One

Order Tickets for either event on our Eventbrite Page Below!