Dried, thin, abrasive. Lots of sharp edges on this wine that is lacking a ton of charm.
Dried, thin, abrasive. Lots of sharp edges on this wine that is lacking a ton of charm.
Sep 30th, 2017
High praise from Craig and Kelly, but have to decant/let it breath a bit. Otherwise the first glass is far too jammy.
High praise from Craig and Kelly, but have to decant/let it breath a bit. Otherwise the first glass is far too jammy.
Apr 19th, 2022
A beautiful cherry red with light violet specks throughout. This is a yet another of that wonderful 2015 vintage for Brunello and it lives up to the hype. The cherry on the nose is rather intense with stewed plums and lavender. This nose just keeps going and going. Boysenberry and licorice combine with plenty of spice. Lovely stuff.
Yes, these can be held for several more years but there can be fun to drink now. Still with that youthful energy going on, it’s a blast right now. Chewy tannins with nice acidity. On the palate, there’s more cherry with cranberries and black coffee. Tobacco with dried herbs and just a little subtle touch of old leather. A little austere but that’s always a positive. Long finish with spice and more herbs. Drink one of these every year if you can.
A beautiful cherry red with light violet specks throughout. This is a yet another of that wonderful 2015 vintage for Brunello and it lives up to the hype. The cherry on the nose is rather intense with stewed plums and lavender. This nose just keeps going and going. Boysenberry and licorice combine with plenty of spice. Lovely stuff.
Yes, these can be held for several more years but there can be fun to drink now. Still with that youthful energy going on, it’s a blast right now. Chewy tannins with nice acidity. On the palate, there’s more cherry with cranberries and black coffee. Tobacco with dried herbs and just a little subtle touch of old leather. A little austere but that’s always a positive. Long finish with spice and more herbs. Drink one of these every year if you can.
Feb 27th, 2021
Sangiovese. It is easy to drink, but not the best. However, for the price it isn’t too bad.
Sangiovese. It is easy to drink, but not the best. However, for the price it isn’t too bad.
May 22nd, 2020
Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, Italy
