{"id":45040,"date":"2021-04-14T22:16:01","date_gmt":"2021-04-14T20:16:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/prodotto\/castello-banfi-summus-2013\/"},"modified":"2026-04-20T15:53:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T13:53:51","slug":"castello-banfi-summus-2013","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/prodotto\/castello-banfi-summus-2013\/","title":{"rendered":"Castello Banfi Summus 1997"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Castello Banfi\u2019s innovative spirit and winemaking expertise is demonstrated in all its wines, but none embodies these qualities as prominently as SummuS. A wine of towering elegance, SummuS is an extraordinary blend of Sangiovese (used regionally to make the famed Brunello di Montalcino) which contributes body; Cabernet Sauvignon, fruit and structure; and Syrah, elegance, character and a fruity bouquet.<\/p>\n<div>\n<h2>Description<\/h2>\n<p>Experience the exquisite allure of the Castello Banfi Summus 1997, a timeless testament to Italian winemaking. Each sip unveils a harmonized complexity that transports you to the sun-kissed Tuscany hills, where passion and tradition culminate in a single bottle. This vintage is not merely a wine; it&#8217;s an invitation to celebrate life\u2019s precious moments.<\/p>\n<h2>Wine characteristics<\/h2>\n<p>With its very intense ruby red color, Summus 1997 captivates the senses. The rich and ample aroma bursts with the complementary varietal characters of Cabernet and Syrah, creating an explosion of sensations. On the palate, it reveals a full, powerful, muscular body that remains impeccably balanced, lingering beautifully with an extraordinary finish.<\/p>\n<h2>Recommended pairings<\/h2>\n<p>Perfect for:<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Grilled red meats<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Aged cheeses<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Gourmet pasta dishes<\/p>\n<h2>Technical details<\/h2>\n<table>\n<tr>\n<td>Year<\/td>\n<td>1997<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Azienda<\/td>\n<td>Castello Banfi<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Classificazione<\/td>\n<td>I.G.T<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Colore<\/td>\n<td>Very intense ruby red<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Fermentazione<\/td>\n<td>Produced only in favorable vintages. The 3 varieties are vinified separately with variable macerations from 10 to 18 days.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Alcohol content<\/td>\n<td>13.5% vol.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Profumo<\/td>\n<td>Rich and ample<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Region<\/td>\n<td>Toscana<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Tipo di vino<\/td>\n<td>Red Wine<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Vitigni<\/td>\n<td>Sangiovese (25%), Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), Syrah (35%)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bottle size<\/td>\n<td>1.5 Lt Magnum<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Serving temperature<\/td>\n<td>16-18\u00b0C<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>Question: What is the ideal serving temperature for Summus 1997?<br \/>\nAnswer: The ideal serving temperature for Castello Banfi Summus 1997 is between 16-18\u00b0C, ensuring optimal flavor and aroma.<\/p>\n<p>Question: What food pairs well with Summus 1997?<br \/>\nAnswer: This wine pairs beautifully with grilled red meats, aged cheeses, and gourmet pasta dishes, enhancing your dining experience.<\/p>\n<p>Question: How does vintage affect the wine&#8217;s characteristics?<br \/>\nAnswer: The 1997 vintage is known for its exceptional balance and depth, showcasing the winemaker&#8217;s skill and the ideal growing conditions of that year.<\/p>\n<p>{<br \/>\n  @context: https:\/\/schema.org,<br \/>\n  @type: FAQPage,<br \/>\n  mainEntity: [<br \/>\n    {<br \/>\n      @type: Question,<br \/>\n      name: What is the ideal serving temperature for Summus 1997?,<br \/>\n      acceptedAnswer: {<br \/>\n        @type: Answer,<br \/>\n        text: The ideal serving temperature for Castello Banfi Summus 1997 is between 16-18\u00b0C, ensuring optimal flavor and aroma.<br \/>\n      }<br \/>\n    },<br \/>\n    {<br \/>\n      @type: Question,<br \/>\n      name: What food pairs well with Summus 1997?,<br \/>\n      acceptedAnswer: {<br \/>\n        @type: Answer,<br \/>\n        text: This wine pairs beautifully with grilled red meats, aged cheeses, and gourmet pasta dishes, enhancing your dining experience.<br \/>\n      }<br \/>\n    },<br \/>\n    {<br \/>\n      @type: Question,<br \/>\n      name: How does vintage affect the wine&#8217;s characteristics?,<br \/>\n      acceptedAnswer: {<br \/>\n        @type: Answer,<br \/>\n        text: The 1997 vintage is known for its exceptional balance and depth, showcasing the winemaker&#8217;s skill and the ideal growing conditions of that year.<br \/>\n      }<br \/>\n    }<br \/>\n  ]<br \/>\n}<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Grape variety: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah<br \/>\nRegion: Tuscany<br \/>\nStyle: Full-bodied and powerful<br \/>\nAromas: Rich fruit and elegance<br \/>\nFood pairing: Red meats and aged cheeses<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":125117,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[718,747,748],"product_tag":[999],"giftcard-category":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-45040","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-red-wine","7":"product_cat-supertuscan-en","8":"product_cat-toscana-i-g-t-en","9":"product_tag-castello-banfi-en","10":"pa_anno-1465","11":"pa_grado-135-vol-en","13":"first","14":"instock","15":"purchasable","16":"product-type-simple"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/45040","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=45040"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/45040\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/125117"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=45040"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=45040"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=45040"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=45040"},{"taxonomy":"giftcard-category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/enotecadipiazza.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/giftcard-category?post=45040"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}