The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino opens slowly in the glass, inward and darkly floral. The nose hints at black currants, underbrush, exotic spices and crushed ashen stone, as if the soils of this Tavernelle estate have been imparted into its bouquet. This soothes with textures of pure silk, stepping lightly, as a wave of ripe red and black fruits easily flow across the palate, guided by saline-tinged acidity. Orange notes add contrast. The 2016 finishes staining and long, placing its minerality front and center. A saturation of fine tannins frames the experience as traces of licorice slowly fade. It's like liquid earth, yet juicy. Wow. A fantastic performance. (Eric Guido, Vinous, December 2023)
The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino opens slowly in the glass, inward and darkly floral. The nose hints at black currants, underbrush, exotic spices and crushed ashen stone, as if the soils of this Tavernelle estate have been imparted into its bouquet. This soothes with textures of pure silk, stepping lightly, as a wave of ripe red and black fruits easily flow across the palate, guided by saline-tinged acidity. Orange notes add contrast. The 2016 finishes staining and long, placing its minerality front and center. A saturation of fine tannins frames the experience as traces of licorice slowly fade. It's like liquid earth, yet juicy. Wow. A fantastic performance. (Eric Guido, Vinous, December 2023)
Dec 8th, 2023
Pencil lead, dried cherries, charcoal and potpourri on the nose and palate. Crisp acidity, smooth tannins, warm alcohol at 15% but nicely integrated. Savory and delicious, paired with grilled chicken and eggplant parmigiana for Easter lunch!
Pencil lead, dried cherries, charcoal and potpourri on the nose and palate. Crisp acidity, smooth tannins, warm alcohol at 15% but nicely integrated. Savory and delicious, paired with grilled chicken and eggplant parmigiana for Easter lunch!
Apr 12th, 2020
Delicious, a classic Brunello powerhouse that is also elegant and doesn’t overwhelm your palate when young.
Delicious, a classic Brunello powerhouse that is also elegant and doesn’t overwhelm your palate when young.
Jun 15th, 2018
Delicious Brunello. WS 94 Pts. I don’t see it quite there, but beautiful wine. Winner of tasting.
Delicious Brunello. WS 94 Pts. I don’t see it quite there, but beautiful wine. Winner of tasting.
Mar 24th, 2018
Plum, blue berry, ripe black fig, cranberry, black currant
Sage, bay leaf, leather, and cedar eucalyptus
Plum, blue berry, ripe black fig, cranberry, black currant
Sage, bay leaf, leather, and cedar eucalyptus
Oct 17th, 2017
Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, Italy
