I brought this bottle to the Tasting Group and served double-blind. Popped and poured. Deep, translucent ruby with a watery rim. On the nose: red cherries, dried herbs, Earl Grey, dusty earth and a hint of baking spice. On the palate: again with the red cherries, black tea, and dried herbs. Medium tannins and good acid. Impeccable balance. Finish is long and a touch savory. One taster remarked that it reminded him of Montevertine (whoa, he was close!). Pound for pound, one of the best Rosso’s coming from Montalcino that can be had at any price and this can be had under $30 all day. The 2016 is a fire cracker in its youth and delivering the goods right now. A contrast to the 2015 which, to my palate, was a touch flabby. Absolutely charming.
I brought this bottle to the Tasting Group and served double-blind. Popped and poured. Deep, translucent ruby with a watery rim. On the nose: red cherries, dried herbs, Earl Grey, dusty earth and a hint of baking spice. On the palate: again with the red cherries, black tea, and dried herbs. Medium tannins and good acid. Impeccable balance. Finish is long and a touch savory. One taster remarked that it reminded him of Montevertine (whoa, he was close!). Pound for pound, one of the best Rosso’s coming from Montalcino that can be had at any price and this can be had under $30 all day. The 2016 is a fire cracker in its youth and delivering the goods right now. A contrast to the 2015 which, to my palate, was a touch flabby. Absolutely charming.
Dec 14th, 2020
Amazing, fruity, spicy, not heavy at all. Great also with a good "bife de tira".
Amazing, fruity, spicy, not heavy at all. Great also with a good "bife de tira".
Nov 17th, 2017
2013 vintage, very nice. Drank well with lasagna and garlic bread. Not expensive, not too heavy. Really a good wine for the price.
2013 vintage, very nice. Drank well with lasagna and garlic bread. Not expensive, not too heavy. Really a good wine for the price.
Feb 19th, 20172013 vintage. Good Rosso, very nice overall flavor, good fruit and nice nose.
2013 vintage. Good Rosso, very nice overall flavor, good fruit and nice nose.
Nov 23rd, 2016
Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, Italy
