Red
Brunello di Montalcino
Brunello di Montalcino · Italy
Fact sheet
- Type
- Red
- Grape
- Sangiovese Grosso
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Brunello di Montalcino
- Appellation
- Brunello di Montalcino
- Body
- full
- Acidity
- medium
- Tannin
- high
- Sweetness
- dry
Food pairing
game meat · grilled meats · aged cheeses · mushroom risotto
Rated vintages
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200987 pts
This wine opens with aromas of leafy underbrush, meat juices and stewed prunes. The palate initially reveals rich black plum combined with extremely sweet sensations of cherry syrup. But the fruit doesn't stand up to the assertive and astringent tannins that generate a hollow mi…
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200790 pts
A bright and direct Brunello with aromatic intensity in the form of small berry, almond skin, toasted espresso and nut notes. There's a charred, toasted element to the wine that at this young stage adds some astringency to the mouthfeel. Finishes firm and crisp.