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Brunello di Montalcino Altero, Poggio Antico 2012

RegionItaly
Subregion Italy > Tuscany > Brunello di Montalcino
ColourRed
TypeStill
Grape VarietySangiovese

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Tasting Notes

Here's a richly concentrated expression from one of the highest sites in Montalcino. The wine shows excellent balance and suppleness. The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Altero flaunts the best characteristics of the hot vintage including beautifully saturated color intensity, seamless aromas and good texture richness. On that last point, I feel that the mouthfeel has been positively impacted by oak tannins. Dark cherry and dried blackberry are followed by spice, tar, licorice and grilled rosemary or Mediterranean herb. The wine is youthful and tight but should obtain a more polished approach with a few more years of bottle aging.

95
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate (229), February 2017

A pretty and ripe Brunello with lots of plum and cherry aromas. Full body, soft and chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Some dustiness within the texture. Dense and enticing. Drink now.

94
James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, November 2016
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