Villa le Prata
Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese
Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, Italy
A-/B+. Surprisingly Brickish color. On the nose dark cherry, herbs and forest floor. On the palate raisin and tart cherries. Had two bottles. The first was fabulous although slightly tight. Did not decant. The second we didn’t finish but had it the second day still nice body and acidity but seemingly a bit more tannic. Still a great (two) bottle. Vintage 2010. April 2018
A-/B+. Surprisingly Brickish color. On the nose dark cherry, herbs and forest floor. On the palate raisin and tart cherries. Had two bottles. The first was fabulous although slightly tight. Did not decant. The second we didn’t finish but had it the second day still nice body and acidity but seemingly a bit more tannic. Still a great (two) bottle. Vintage 2010. April 2018
Apr 29th, 2018
Decanted for 30 minutes. Slight bit of sediment. Wonderful nose. Soft tannins. Outstanding.
Decanted for 30 minutes. Slight bit of sediment. Wonderful nose. Soft tannins. Outstanding.
Mar 4th, 2018Killer, berry, dark, and rustic nose. Cherries & mild pepper on the palate. Maybe a woody cedar and some dark chocolate. Highly recommend.
Killer, berry, dark, and rustic nose. Cherries & mild pepper on the palate. Maybe a woody cedar and some dark chocolate. Highly recommend.
Mar 13th, 2016Dark and rustic at first, then it moved to a smoothness with just a bit of fruit, this is a classic Brunello. If you can find it for less than $55, it's a great value.
Dark and rustic at first, then it moved to a smoothness with just a bit of fruit, this is a classic Brunello. If you can find it for less than $55, it's a great value.
Feb 27th, 2016
Great bouquet and fresh deep earth fruit so smooth
Great bouquet and fresh deep earth fruit so smooth
Feb 27th, 2016
Not a real heavy brunello, which allowed for nicely balanced expression of cherry - sour cherry more than black cherry - and maybe even a hint of raisin.
Not a real heavy brunello, which allowed for nicely balanced expression of cherry - sour cherry more than black cherry - and maybe even a hint of raisin.
Jan 8th, 2016
Top pick of the tasting, especially at the price point. This one is a keeper. Even at this stage very drinkable and can't wait for 5 years from now. Stock up.
Top pick of the tasting, especially at the price point. This one is a keeper. Even at this stage very drinkable and can't wait for 5 years from now. Stock up.
Nov 5th, 2015
My #1 pick of the tasting. Had a wonderful old world texture but with plenty of fruit to propel it forward. Everything was just so well balanced and i think this will age the best of them all.
My #1 pick of the tasting. Had a wonderful old world texture but with plenty of fruit to propel it forward. Everything was just so well balanced and i think this will age the best of them all.
Jun 28th, 2015
Best example of Brunello do Montalcino in SF tasting. Just enough oak, lively fruit, typical as ageable
Best example of Brunello do Montalcino in SF tasting. Just enough oak, lively fruit, typical as ageable
Jan 22nd, 2015One of the most cellar-worthy wines from 2010 Brunello du Montalcino. Power, grace, rich and full.
One of the most cellar-worthy wines from 2010 Brunello du Montalcino. Power, grace, rich and full.
Jan 22nd, 2015