Red

Brunello di Montalcino

Brunello di Montalcino · Italy

Fact sheet

roast meats · game meats · aged cheeses · pasta with ragu

201289 pts

This robust red opens with aromas of black-skinned berries, forest floor, herbs, cloves and balsamic notes. The brawny palate offers cherries marinated in spirits, licorice and espresso framed in firm polished tannins. You'll also the notice the heat of evident alcohol that thro…
201189 pts

Aromas of menthol, mature dark-skinned berry and a whiff of cellar floor lead the way. On the palate, notes of coffee, white pepper and grilled herb accent fleshy wild cherry alongside solid, assertive tannins.
201093 pts

Intense berry, violet, menthol and white-spice aromas lead the nose, with a whiff of new leather The vibrant palate delivers crunchy red cherry, fleshy raspberry, baking spice and savory herb alongside assertive but refined tannins and fresh acidity. Drink 2018–2018.
200794 pts

La Fortuna Brunello shows a distinctive nose with a vein of sweet spice that holds up the plump fruit. You'll find rum cake, cinnamon bun, Christmas spice and chocolate-covered cherry. It's soft, plush and rich on the finish, with a lingering note of sweetness that drives its ch…
200693 pts

Italians use the word “piacione” to describe a wine with irresistible intensity, softness and complexity. This is a piacione, or super-pleasurable wine, in the most positive meaning of the word. It shows loads of depth, personality and endurance. You'll love the vanilla chocolat…