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
- medium
- Sweetness
- dry
Food pairing
red meats · lamb · aged cheeses · truffles · risotto · spicy dishes
Rated vintages
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201187 pts
The nose doesn't give much away while the full-bodied, straightforward palate offers fleshy black cherry marinated in spirits and a hint of cooking spice. Tightly wound but fleeting tannins provide the framework. It's brawny but simple.
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200789 pts
This Brunello starts on the timid side and slowly reveals aromas of cherry, cassis, sweet spice, almond paste, plus earthy tones of leather and button mushroom. The palate feels fresh and tight, and the wine ends on spicy notes of clove and cinnamon.