This Brunello shows a brilliant ruby red color and nuances of garnet red,
moderate transparency. The nose reveals intense, clean, pleasing and
refined aromas which start with hints of black cherry, plum and dried
violet followed by aromas of blueberry jam, raspberry jam, vanilla,
tobacco, licorice, menthol and cocoa. In the mouth has good correspondence
to the nose, a slightly tannic attack and pleasing crispness, however
balanced by alcohol, full body, intense flavors, good tannins. The finish
is persistent with flavors of black cherry, plum and blueberry jam. This
Brunello di Montalcino ages for 12 months in barrique followed by 12 months
of aging in cask.
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