I am going to tell you the first time I was going to open this wine I was scared off from opening it. I wee told that Caparzo didn't make a good wine and I would be disappointed. Well I am here to tell you that that is not true with this Sangiovese. I am usually not a big Sangiovese fan and this wine has made me rethink that thought. At first impressions the nose is a bit muted. After a bit of vigorous swirling I am getting plum, black cherry with hints of licorice. This wine is supposed to be right in its drinking period, 2010-2020. At first sip I am pleasantly surprised at how smooth this is. Nice silky tanning, still very good acidity. The fruit is right there with red cherries and strawberry jam. All in all a very nicely balanced and finish.
I am going to tell you the first time I was going to open this wine I was scared off from opening it. I wee told that Caparzo didn't make a good wine and I would be disappointed. Well I am here to tell you that that is not true with this Sangiovese. I am usually not a big Sangiovese fan and this wine has made me rethink that thought. At first impressions the nose is a bit muted. After a bit of vigorous swirling I am getting plum, black cherry with hints of licorice. This wine is supposed to be right in its drinking period, 2010-2020. At first sip I am pleasantly surprised at how smooth this is. Nice silky tanning, still very good acidity. The fruit is right there with red cherries and strawberry jam. All in all a very nicely balanced and finish.
6 people found it helpfulApr 22nd, 2015
Had this 2005 in my cellar. Pouring a glass of this gorgeous Ruby red wine that was showing only a touch of garnet edges, aromas of berry fruit, spice, oak and tobacco graced my glass. The palate exploded with smooth flavors of cherry, berry/plum, almost sweet, with soft refined polished tannins, well balanced with acidity. The finish was long and satisfying ending with some oak and espresso notes. Probably difficult to find a 2005, but Caparzo makes great Brunello’s so grab one, you won’t be disappointed.
Had this 2005 in my cellar. Pouring a glass of this gorgeous Ruby red wine that was showing only a touch of garnet edges, aromas of berry fruit, spice, oak and tobacco graced my glass. The palate exploded with smooth flavors of cherry, berry/plum, almost sweet, with soft refined polished tannins, well balanced with acidity. The finish was long and satisfying ending with some oak and espresso notes. Probably difficult to find a 2005, but Caparzo makes great Brunello’s so grab one, you won’t be disappointed.
Apr 22nd, 2016
Good Brunello that needed time to open up. Certainly would recommend decanting this vintage or really to take your time and let it open up. I don't believe that wine will benefit from additional years laying around. Enjoy it!
Good Brunello that needed time to open up. Certainly would recommend decanting this vintage or really to take your time and let it open up. I don't believe that wine will benefit from additional years laying around. Enjoy it!
Nov 19th, 2015
Little half bottle in Firenze with my steak. Just starting to develop all the savory dried cranberry & cherry compote profile I love about Sangiovese.
Little half bottle in Firenze with my steak. Just starting to develop all the savory dried cranberry & cherry compote profile I love about Sangiovese.
Sep 28th, 2015
Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, Italy
