Popped and poured. The 2019 Terre Nere, Rosso di Montalcino, pours a deep, garnet color with a nearly transparent core. Medium+ viscosity with very moderate staining of the tears. No signs of sediment or particles. On the nose, powerful aromas of ripe Morello Cherry, blood orange, licorice, porchini, a mix of organic and inorganic earth, red flowers, fresh green herbs, and maybe the faintest hint of baking spices. On the palate, the wine is dr with medium+ tannin, medium+ acid, medium+ alcohol…pretty much medium+ across-the-board. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long and savory…maybe a touch hot for my liking but there is a lot to enjoy here. Though I sense this is a bit more modern than previous vintages, it’s another lovely RdM from this producer. FWIW, their BdM’s lean more traditional and they are outstanding. Drink now through 2030.
Popped and poured. The 2019 Terre Nere, Rosso di Montalcino, pours a deep, garnet color with a nearly transparent core. Medium+ viscosity with very moderate staining of the tears. No signs of sediment or particles. On the nose, powerful aromas of ripe Morello Cherry, blood orange, licorice, porchini, a mix of organic and inorganic earth, red flowers, fresh green herbs, and maybe the faintest hint of baking spices. On the palate, the wine is dr with medium+ tannin, medium+ acid, medium+ alcohol…pretty much medium+ across-the-board. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long and savory…maybe a touch hot for my liking but there is a lot to enjoy here. Though I sense this is a bit more modern than previous vintages, it’s another lovely RdM from this producer. FWIW, their BdM’s lean more traditional and they are outstanding. Drink now through 2030.
Aug 2nd, 2023
Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, Italy
