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Subregion | Italy > Tuscany > Brunello di Montalcino |
Colour | Red |
Type | Still |
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The totally classic and refined 2016 Brunello di Montalcino from Gianni Brunelli is a perfect follow-up to the warm-vintage 2015 that was tasted earlier this year. Arching flowery perfumes, the purest expression of cherry and strawberry imaginable, hints of mint, sage and cedar dust - all can be found within its dazzling bouquet. This contrasts youthful density of ripe primary fruit, with salty minerality and vibrant acids to create a cascading and crunchy impression on the palate. The 2016 isn’t ready to show all of its treasures today; instead, it impresses on sheer potential, tapering off with fine tannins, hints of licorice and gorgeous inner florals. This may even warrant a higher score over time. 2024-2038
Very fine tannins show right away and nicely frame the subtle cherry, cedar, mahogany and light chocolate notes. It’s medium-to full-bodied, firm and linear. Try after 2023.
Bricky ruby with smudgy rim. Seductively sweet cherry fruit. Open and aromatic, soaring from the glass but when I go back to it, I wonder if the sample is a touch oxidised? The beginning of undergrowth all tied in with the sweet, lightly raisined fruit. Less seductive on the palate than on the nose. Firm, firm, chewy texture. A baby with a deep core of fruit but needs a lot of time. 2025-2028