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Tuscany | 2 | 100 (JD) |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)For lovers of this estate, you’re going to want to stop everything and go find the 2019 Brunello Di Montalcino Madonna Delle Grazie if you have the means. There’s simply nothing else like it, and it needs to be experienced. It pours a saturated, youthful ruby color and has an unmistakable and distinctive nose that is highly expressive, with layered aromas jumping from the glass and unfolding notes of cassis, wildflowers, orange marmalade, clove, and blackberries. (Words do this no justice.) Equally potent and layered on the palate, it continues seamlessly, with noble structure and profound concentration through a stunning and long finish that lasts for several minutes (or as long as I could give it until moving on). Remarkable and singular, it truly stands apart from the crowd, even in this phenomenal vintage, where it’s hard to do much wrong. Profound. It’s a showstopper now and will be one of the great wines of the region for decades. Drink 2028-2050. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£909.67 |
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Vinous (95)Although still an infant, the 2004 Brunello di Montalcino has aged beautifully. Rose petal, bright red stone fruits and mint are some of the nuances that give the 2004 its lively, expressive personality. Silky tannins add considerable appeal today, but the 2004 also has more than enough depth to drink well for many years to come. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£250.01 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is a stunning creation from an iconic vintage. Sangiovese specifically requires the perfect growing conditions to show its magic, and this vintage delivers those special qualities in troves. You are aware of the deep inner power and integrity of the fruit, yet the wine opens softly on the bouquet with elegance and grace. This bottle shows stunning complexity with a bouquet that peels back to reveal dark cherry, spice, balsam herb and dried violets. The mouthfeel has yielded to a greater sense of inner softness and mellowness since I last tasted this gorgeous wine upon its commercial release. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 97 (WA) |
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£502.43 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is a stunning creation from an iconic vintage. Sangiovese specifically requires the perfect growing conditions to show its magic, and this vintage delivers those special qualities in troves. You are aware of the deep inner power and integrity of the fruit, yet the wine opens softly on the bouquet with elegance and grace. This bottle shows stunning complexity with a bouquet that peels back to reveal dark cherry, spice, balsam herb and dried violets. The mouthfeel has yielded to a greater sense of inner softness and mellowness since I last tasted this gorgeous wine upon its commercial release. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95+ (WA) |
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£330.04 |
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Wine Advocate (95+)Il Poggione is a Brunello superstar and a vintage like this reveals every reason why that affirmation is true. From the second the 2012 Brunello di Montalcino pours into the glass, you know you are in for something special. The wine is darkly saturated and rich in appearance. Absent are those slightly amber or browning hues you often get with Sangiovese in a hot vintage. Nor does the wine show flat or tired characteristics. Instead, the quality of fruit is vibrant and rich. This is a healthy, generous and exuberant Brunello with dark density and succulent fruit flavors that are followed by integrated spice and tobacco. The balance is impressive and one thing you get here is fresh acidity. This is not to be underestimated, because the acidity quota in the 2012 vintage across the appellation is not as high or evident as usual. This is one of the year's best Brunellos. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 96 (DC) |
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£255.23 |
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Decanter (96)The harvest date returned once more to that of tradition, commencing on 23 September – whereas these days it usually begins around 3 September. This could therefore be considered a fresh if not cool vintage, yet the long growing season helped the extraction of velvety tannins, concentrated on the mid-palate. The structure, combined with bright cassis notes, a core of cherry and crystallised violet, and savoury minerality on the finish, will keep the wine in good shape for the long haul. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (DC) |
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£439.24 |
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Decanter (96)The harvest date returned once more to that of tradition, commencing on 23 September – whereas these days it usually begins around 3 September. This could therefore be considered a fresh if not cool vintage, yet the long growing season helped the extraction of velvety tannins, concentrated on the mid-palate. The structure, combined with bright cassis notes, a core of cherry and crystallised violet, and savoury minerality on the finish, will keep the wine in good shape for the long haul. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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£360.04 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Il Poggione has one of the appellation's most enviable track records for quality and cellar longevity. The 2014 Brunello di Montalcino is a different beast. This wine prizes elegance, finesse and a compact mouthfeel. I would suggest a slightly shorter drinking window of approximately ten years. No matter how you cut it, the wine is absolutely beautiful and indeed ranks high on a list of favorite wines from the vintage. The bouquet is chiseled and tight with wild blueberry, plum, red rose and a touch of cherry confit. No doubt the mouthfeel is thinner in this vintage, but the wine has plenty more going on to keep your attention. I'm liking it. I went back to the bottle a few days after it had been opened and the wine was still going strong. Some 110,000 bottles were made. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£271.24 |
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Vinous (97)Il Poggione 2015 Brunello di Montalcino offers up a dark, earthy, almost animal-like expression, showing black soil and undergrowth, giving way to crushed black cherry, dusty spice, and dried florals which lift the experience. On the palate, soft, fleshy textures usher in fresh cherry and strawberry, as brisk acids add energy, with savory herbs and minerals saturating, as the 2015 Il Poggione’s fruit nearly masks its structural core. The finish is long yet fresh, with classic, fine tannins, dried red fruits and pretty inner floral tones lingering throughout this perfectly balanced expression. The 2015 s pure class and built for the cellar. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£253.24 |
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Vinous (97)I’m not sure how Il Poggione manages to remain one of the largest producers of Brunello, maintaining such a high level of quality and turning out some of the best wines of the vintage year after year - but they do. The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino is yet another stunning example. Depths of mineral-encased black cherries, sage, allspice, licorice, tobacco and crushed violets lift up from the glass. It’s seamlessly silky, even as the palate is peppered with tart red and black berries, nervous acids and savory exotic spices. This shows the density and weight of the vintage in a youthfully monolithic stance, yet with all the necessary components to maintain perfect balance. The 2016 Il Poggione seems to fold in upon itself through the finish, which is dark, mysterious and structured, with only hints of black tea and licorice to tempt the imagination. It’s a classic in the making. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WE) |
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£243.64 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)Underbrush, camphor and new leather aromas get together with grilled herbs. Full-bodied and structured, it also shows restraint, featuring dried black cherry, licorice and tobacco alongside firm, fine-grained tannins. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 96+ (VN) |
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£213.64 |
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Vinous (96+)Impressing from the first tilt of the glass, the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino makes itself known, with a heady burst of exotic spice and crushed ashen stone giving way to dried black cherries and grilled herbs. This combines the energy of the vintage with the dark balsamic-tinged fruits of Montalcino’s southern reaches, as zesty acidity maintains balance throughout, and flinty minerals saturate toward the close. It finishes long, savory and structured, yet its tannins are more rounded than anticipated, creating both a classic feel, but also leaving a mouthwatering sensation that tricks the taster back to the glass for more. Easily one of the top wines of the vintage, the 2018 is not to be missed. |
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Tuscany | 7 | 96 (VN) |
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£198.49 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino pulls the taster close to the glass with its dark and earthy blend of crushed ashen stones, giving way to rosemary, cedar, exotic spice and a core of raspberry preserves. Enveloping and serene, this flows across the palate like pure silk, steadily building in tension as tart wild berries and orange hints give way to a sweet herbal thrust. The 2019 finishes with tremendous length and is classically structured, as crunchy tannins resonate and violet inner florals slowly fade over a tactile coating of minerality. Il Poggione has captured the radiance of the vintage, yet this is just a baby today. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£267.89 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino pulls the taster close to the glass with its dark and earthy blend of crushed ashen stones, giving way to rosemary, cedar, exotic spice and a core of raspberry preserves. Enveloping and serene, this flows across the palate like pure silk, steadily building in tension as tart wild berries and orange hints give way to a sweet herbal thrust. The 2019 finishes with tremendous length and is classically structured, as crunchy tannins resonate and violet inner florals slowly fade over a tactile coating of minerality. Il Poggione has captured the radiance of the vintage, yet this is just a baby today. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£895.24 |
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Wine Advocate (98)What a treat! The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli stands out for the extreme purity of its fruit and the profound depth it shows across all the senses. This starts with the wine's appearance, which is bright, saturated, ruby-colored and luminous all at the same time. The aromas emerge from the glass with vertical intensity, imparting fresh notes of wild berry, licorice, balsam herb and dried rose hip. This highly successful vintage stands apart for the power and clarity of fruit it puts so generously on display. If you are lucky enough to own a bottle, I'd store it at the back of your cellar for many more years to come. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£737.09 |
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James Suckling (97)Rather sweet due to the super ripe vintage. But there's also great subtlety, enormous depth and a ton of tannin behind the opulence. The super long finish is incredibly focused. Try to wait until at least 2020. This stunning Brunello has decades of life ahead of it. |
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Tuscany | 5 | 97 (WA) |
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£505.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)This single-vineyard Riserva delivers a generous, abundant and determined personality. This is Brunello with a capital B. The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli benefits from a warm and sun-soaked microclimate that is shielded from cold winter winds. You can taste the good health of the grapes thanks to those very direct aromas of black cherry, plum, tar, campfire ash and chalky mineral. The Paganelli vineyard is 12 hectares in size, with vines planted in 1964. The last time this wine was made was in 2012. Fruit from those old vines shape complex aromas, elegant tannins and bright freshness. Despite that handsome DNA, this is another new release from Il Poggione that will require more cellar age. I'd suggest drinking a bottle from this 40,000-bottle release after the 10-year mark. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£410.69 |
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Wine Advocate (97)This single-vineyard Riserva delivers a generous, abundant and determined personality. This is Brunello with a capital B. The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli benefits from a warm and sun-soaked microclimate that is shielded from cold winter winds. You can taste the good health of the grapes thanks to those very direct aromas of black cherry, plum, tar, campfire ash and chalky mineral. The Paganelli vineyard is 12 hectares in size, with vines planted in 1964. The last time this wine was made was in 2012. Fruit from those old vines shape complex aromas, elegant tannins and bright freshness. Despite that handsome DNA, this is another new release from Il Poggione that will require more cellar age. I'd suggest drinking a bottle from this 40,000-bottle release after the 10-year mark. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£515.09 |
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Vinous (98)A beguiling mix of camphor and minty herbs, along with crushed stone, blows off slowly to reveal dark depths of black raspberry, licorice, autumnal spice and worn leather as the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli unfolds in the glass. Its textures are unexpectedly soft and velvety-smooth, coupled with depths of intense red fruits that make an appearance just before a mix of brisk acids and tannins creates a more tactile and youthfully clenching expression toward the finale. This leaves the palate aching under the 2016’s structural heft, yet with plenty of primary concentration to balance, as wild savory herbs and earthy mineral tones linger for up to a minute. The potential here is off the charts, but readers will need to be very patient. The Riserva Vigna Paganelli is a cru selection of old vines that refines for 48 months in large French oak barrels of 33–52 hectoliters. |
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Tuscany | 10 | - |
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£643.49 |
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As a fine wine connoisseur, the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Fiore di NO 2015 signifies an exquisite journey through the Tuscan wine territory. La Fiorita depicts their dedication to sustainable farming and precision winemaking in the heart of Tuscany's renowned Brunello di Montalcino zone. The Fiore di NO 2015 is undeniably a product of Sangiovese Grosso, grown in marl-rich soils and matured in the traditional means, for three years in Slavonian oaks. The result is majestic - a Brunello that is potent and expressive, resonating with plush red cherries, wild berries and a unique spice blend, interwoven with rich tannins and bright acidity. This robust structure pays homage to its 2015 vintage - a year applauded for producing incredibly balanced wines. Each sip of the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Fiore di NO 2015 promises a harmonious fusion of power and elegance, making it an imposing choice for any fine wine lover. |
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Tuscany | 10 | - |
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£602.69 |
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Uncork a bottle of La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Fiore di NO 2016, where Tuscan elegance meets perfection. Produced by La Fiorita, a distinguished winery in the southeast region of Montalcino, this refined red is crafted from 100% Sangiovese grapes hand-picked from mature vines grown on limestone-rich fluvial soil. It underwent a temperature-controlled maceration for three weeks, followed by aging in Slavonian oak barrels for 2 years, and two more in the bottle, enhancing its profound, multifaceted character. Ruby red with garnet hues, this wine impresses with its captivating bouquet of red fruit, violet, and sweet spice, with hints of underbrush and precious wood. On the palate, it reveals an intense, harmonious taste gracefully framed by fine-grained tannins and bright acidity, calling for a long-lingering, warm finish. La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Fiore di NO 2016 is a robust, festive wine for fine dining affairs and exquisite gift-giving occasions. |
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Tuscany | 6 | - |
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£513.89 |
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Hailing from the prestigious vineyards of Tuscany, the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015 is the pinnacle of Italian winemaking expertise. Crafted by renowned vintner Natalie Oliveros, this robust red boasts opulent notes of dark fruit, dried herbs, and spices, grounded by a delightful earthy undertone. Under the sun-drenched Tuscan skies, the hand-harvested Sangiovese grapes are fermented in traditional oak casks, further enriching the complexity of this exceptional vintage. The ensuing masterpiece is a symphony of balanced acidity and ripe tannins, making the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015 a coveted acquisition for discerning collectors and enthusiasts alike. This vino rosso is emblematic of its terroir, expressing the quintessential character and sophisticated elegance of the Montalcino region—an exquisite indulgence begging to be savoured. Revel in the bewitching allure of the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015, the epitome of refinement in every sip. |
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Tuscany | 8 | - |
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£554.69 |
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The La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 hails from the esteemed Tuscan vineyards of Italy. Expertly crafted by esteemed winemaker, Roberto Cipresso, this vintage's composition consists of 100% Sangiovese grapes, encapsulating rich aromas of dark fruit, spice and earthy undertones. It is the product of meticulous viticulture and hand-harvesting ensures the highest quality harvests. A defining feature of this wine's process is the extended fermentation period, fostering deep complexity and superior tannic structure. This, combined with ageing for four years exclusively in Slavonian oak casks, lend the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 its robust yet smooth character, rendering it an exceptional vintage. The cellar is within the arched splendour of Montalcino's fortress, accentuating La Fiorita's commitment to integrating time-honoured tradition with modern viticulture. Resounding critical acclaim confirms the exacting methods behind the crafting of the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016. |
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Tuscany | 20 | 89 (VN) |
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£821.09 |
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Vinous (89)The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva shows more wood than fruit, with a sweet and exotic display of pine, cedar, baker’s chocolate, hints of balsamic spice and medicinal cherry. It’s velvety-smooth and polished, coating the mouth in ripe blackberries offset by sour citrus and cooling herbal tones, as fine-grained tannins saturate. While heavily influenced by its élevage, there is an admirable balance here. That said, this style is not for everyone. |
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Tuscany | 1 | - |
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£517.49 |
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Indulge in the rich complexities of the La Fortuna Brunello di Montalcino 2000. Hailing from one of the most revered wine-making regions in the world, this Tuscan treasure is produced by the esteemed Giobbi family, whose dedication to traditional winemaking techniques is evident in every bottle. This ruby-red wine, crafted from 100% hand-harvested Sangiovese Grosso grapes, boasts an intoxicating bouquet of ripe cherries, violets, and hints of earthy tobacco. Aging for 36 months in oak barrels has softened its tannins, contributing to a velvety texture and an elegant, persistent finish. The harmonious balance of acidity and fruitiness makes the La Fortuna Brunello di Montalcino 2000 a sublime pairing with richly flavoured foods. La Fortuna’s commitment to sustainable viticulture techniques further enhances the appeal of this outstanding wine. Sip, savour, and enjoy the exquisite craftsmanship of the La Fortuna Brunello di Montalcino 2000. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£712.87 |
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James Suckling (97)Fascinating aromas of dried flowers, sandalwood, cedar and plums. Full body, ultra-fine tannins and a long, long finish. Gloriously complex and savory. Dusty texture. Just makes you want to drink it. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 92 (WA) |
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£606.04 |
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Wine Advocate (92)The La Fortuna 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a balanced and forthcoming wine that offers a bright core of berry fruit that is evenly offset by spicy notes of allspice and cardamom seed. The wine boasts a great sense of balance throughout with savory tones of tobacco and cured meat that underline its recent aging evolution. This Riserva should promise a solid ten-year drinking window. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£302.44 |
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Vinous (95)The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino displays depths of rich blackberry and cherry sauce with mentholated herbal tones adding lift, while notes of cedar and clove develop in the glass. Its textures are like pure silk, draped slowly across the palate, showing admirable density and weight, balanced by bright acids and minerals. This is so tightly wound up in its youthful state, yet it’s packed full of potential with a core of dark primary fruit that isn’t quite ready to reveal its charms. A web of fine tannin makes itself known only at the very end, as the 2016 slowly tapers off to hints of tobacco. The 2016 will take some time for this to come fully into focus, but it will be well worth the wait. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 96 (JS) |
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£435.64 |
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James Suckling (96)Incredible purity of fruit to this red with plums, cherries and berries. Full body, ripe and silky tannins and a fantastically long finish. Love the bitter-orange undertone to this. Drink in 2020. |
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Tuscany | 2 | - |
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£1,392.29 |
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Indulge in the alluring allure of the La Serena Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Gemini 2006. Exquisitely hailing from the renowned Italian region of Montalcino, this exceptional wine is produced by the esteemed Mantengoli family, who have passionately honed their winemaking craft since 1933. This illustrious expression emphasises their commitment to artisanal methods, matured for an extended period in both Slovenian oak casks and French oak barriques. The result is a wine that effortlessly balances complexity and elegance. The La Serena Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Gemini 2006 reveals a captivating bouquet steeped in dark fruit, earthy underbrush, and spice nuances, culminating in a harmonious finish. It further impresses with a robust structure and remarkable ageing potential, promising to reward patient enthusiasts. Savour the craftsmanship that the Mantengoli family has imparted into this laudable Brunello di Montalcino." |
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Tuscany | 2 | 100 (JD) |
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£1,701.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (100)For lovers of this estate, you’re going to want to stop everything and go find the 2019 Brunello Di Montalcino Madonna Delle Grazie if you have the means. There’s simply nothing else like it, and it needs to be experienced. It pours a saturated, youthful ruby color and has an unmistakable and distinctive nose that is highly expressive, with layered aromas jumping from the glass and unfolding notes of cassis, wildflowers, orange marmalade, clove, and blackberries. (Words do this no justice.) Equally potent and layered on the palate, it continues seamlessly, with noble structure and profound concentration through a stunning and long finish that lasts for several minutes (or as long as I could give it until moving on). Remarkable and singular, it truly stands apart from the crowd, even in this phenomenal vintage, where it’s hard to do much wrong. Profound. It’s a showstopper now and will be one of the great wines of the region for decades. Drink 2028-2050. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£726.00 |
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Vinous (95)Although still an infant, the 2004 Brunello di Montalcino has aged beautifully. Rose petal, bright red stone fruits and mint are some of the nuances that give the 2004 its lively, expressive personality. Silky tannins add considerable appeal today, but the 2004 also has more than enough depth to drink well for many years to come. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£203.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is a stunning creation from an iconic vintage. Sangiovese specifically requires the perfect growing conditions to show its magic, and this vintage delivers those special qualities in troves. You are aware of the deep inner power and integrity of the fruit, yet the wine opens softly on the bouquet with elegance and grace. This bottle shows stunning complexity with a bouquet that peels back to reveal dark cherry, spice, balsam herb and dried violets. The mouthfeel has yielded to a greater sense of inner softness and mellowness since I last tasted this gorgeous wine upon its commercial release. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 97 (WA) |
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£408.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is a stunning creation from an iconic vintage. Sangiovese specifically requires the perfect growing conditions to show its magic, and this vintage delivers those special qualities in troves. You are aware of the deep inner power and integrity of the fruit, yet the wine opens softly on the bouquet with elegance and grace. This bottle shows stunning complexity with a bouquet that peels back to reveal dark cherry, spice, balsam herb and dried violets. The mouthfeel has yielded to a greater sense of inner softness and mellowness since I last tasted this gorgeous wine upon its commercial release. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95+ (WA) |
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£259.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95+)Il Poggione is a Brunello superstar and a vintage like this reveals every reason why that affirmation is true. From the second the 2012 Brunello di Montalcino pours into the glass, you know you are in for something special. The wine is darkly saturated and rich in appearance. Absent are those slightly amber or browning hues you often get with Sangiovese in a hot vintage. Nor does the wine show flat or tired characteristics. Instead, the quality of fruit is vibrant and rich. This is a healthy, generous and exuberant Brunello with dark density and succulent fruit flavors that are followed by integrated spice and tobacco. The balance is impressive and one thing you get here is fresh acidity. This is not to be underestimated, because the acidity quota in the 2012 vintage across the appellation is not as high or evident as usual. This is one of the year's best Brunellos. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 96 (DC) |
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£202.00 |
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Decanter (96)The harvest date returned once more to that of tradition, commencing on 23 September – whereas these days it usually begins around 3 September. This could therefore be considered a fresh if not cool vintage, yet the long growing season helped the extraction of velvety tannins, concentrated on the mid-palate. The structure, combined with bright cassis notes, a core of cherry and crystallised violet, and savoury minerality on the finish, will keep the wine in good shape for the long haul. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (DC) |
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£350.00 |
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Decanter (96)The harvest date returned once more to that of tradition, commencing on 23 September – whereas these days it usually begins around 3 September. This could therefore be considered a fresh if not cool vintage, yet the long growing season helped the extraction of velvety tannins, concentrated on the mid-palate. The structure, combined with bright cassis notes, a core of cherry and crystallised violet, and savoury minerality on the finish, will keep the wine in good shape for the long haul. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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£284.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)Il Poggione has one of the appellation's most enviable track records for quality and cellar longevity. The 2014 Brunello di Montalcino is a different beast. This wine prizes elegance, finesse and a compact mouthfeel. I would suggest a slightly shorter drinking window of approximately ten years. No matter how you cut it, the wine is absolutely beautiful and indeed ranks high on a list of favorite wines from the vintage. The bouquet is chiseled and tight with wild blueberry, plum, red rose and a touch of cherry confit. No doubt the mouthfeel is thinner in this vintage, but the wine has plenty more going on to keep your attention. I'm liking it. I went back to the bottle a few days after it had been opened and the wine was still going strong. Some 110,000 bottles were made. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£210.00 |
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Vinous (97)Il Poggione 2015 Brunello di Montalcino offers up a dark, earthy, almost animal-like expression, showing black soil and undergrowth, giving way to crushed black cherry, dusty spice, and dried florals which lift the experience. On the palate, soft, fleshy textures usher in fresh cherry and strawberry, as brisk acids add energy, with savory herbs and minerals saturating, as the 2015 Il Poggione’s fruit nearly masks its structural core. The finish is long yet fresh, with classic, fine tannins, dried red fruits and pretty inner floral tones lingering throughout this perfectly balanced expression. The 2015 s pure class and built for the cellar. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£195.00 |
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Vinous (97)I’m not sure how Il Poggione manages to remain one of the largest producers of Brunello, maintaining such a high level of quality and turning out some of the best wines of the vintage year after year - but they do. The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino is yet another stunning example. Depths of mineral-encased black cherries, sage, allspice, licorice, tobacco and crushed violets lift up from the glass. It’s seamlessly silky, even as the palate is peppered with tart red and black berries, nervous acids and savory exotic spices. This shows the density and weight of the vintage in a youthfully monolithic stance, yet with all the necessary components to maintain perfect balance. The 2016 Il Poggione seems to fold in upon itself through the finish, which is dark, mysterious and structured, with only hints of black tea and licorice to tempt the imagination. It’s a classic in the making. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WE) |
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£187.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)Underbrush, camphor and new leather aromas get together with grilled herbs. Full-bodied and structured, it also shows restraint, featuring dried black cherry, licorice and tobacco alongside firm, fine-grained tannins. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 96+ (VN) |
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£162.00 |
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Vinous (96+)Impressing from the first tilt of the glass, the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino makes itself known, with a heady burst of exotic spice and crushed ashen stone giving way to dried black cherries and grilled herbs. This combines the energy of the vintage with the dark balsamic-tinged fruits of Montalcino’s southern reaches, as zesty acidity maintains balance throughout, and flinty minerals saturate toward the close. It finishes long, savory and structured, yet its tannins are more rounded than anticipated, creating both a classic feel, but also leaving a mouthwatering sensation that tricks the taster back to the glass for more. Easily one of the top wines of the vintage, the 2018 is not to be missed. |
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Tuscany | 7 | 96 (VN) |
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£159.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino pulls the taster close to the glass with its dark and earthy blend of crushed ashen stones, giving way to rosemary, cedar, exotic spice and a core of raspberry preserves. Enveloping and serene, this flows across the palate like pure silk, steadily building in tension as tart wild berries and orange hints give way to a sweet herbal thrust. The 2019 finishes with tremendous length and is classically structured, as crunchy tannins resonate and violet inner florals slowly fade over a tactile coating of minerality. Il Poggione has captured the radiance of the vintage, yet this is just a baby today. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£204.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino pulls the taster close to the glass with its dark and earthy blend of crushed ashen stones, giving way to rosemary, cedar, exotic spice and a core of raspberry preserves. Enveloping and serene, this flows across the palate like pure silk, steadily building in tension as tart wild berries and orange hints give way to a sweet herbal thrust. The 2019 finishes with tremendous length and is classically structured, as crunchy tannins resonate and violet inner florals slowly fade over a tactile coating of minerality. Il Poggione has captured the radiance of the vintage, yet this is just a baby today. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (WA) |
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£730.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98)What a treat! The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli stands out for the extreme purity of its fruit and the profound depth it shows across all the senses. This starts with the wine's appearance, which is bright, saturated, ruby-colored and luminous all at the same time. The aromas emerge from the glass with vertical intensity, imparting fresh notes of wild berry, licorice, balsam herb and dried rose hip. This highly successful vintage stands apart for the power and clarity of fruit it puts so generously on display. If you are lucky enough to own a bottle, I'd store it at the back of your cellar for many more years to come. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£595.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Rather sweet due to the super ripe vintage. But there's also great subtlety, enormous depth and a ton of tannin behind the opulence. The super long finish is incredibly focused. Try to wait until at least 2020. This stunning Brunello has decades of life ahead of it. |
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Tuscany | 5 | 97 (WA) |
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£408.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)This single-vineyard Riserva delivers a generous, abundant and determined personality. This is Brunello with a capital B. The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli benefits from a warm and sun-soaked microclimate that is shielded from cold winter winds. You can taste the good health of the grapes thanks to those very direct aromas of black cherry, plum, tar, campfire ash and chalky mineral. The Paganelli vineyard is 12 hectares in size, with vines planted in 1964. The last time this wine was made was in 2012. Fruit from those old vines shape complex aromas, elegant tannins and bright freshness. Despite that handsome DNA, this is another new release from Il Poggione that will require more cellar age. I'd suggest drinking a bottle from this 40,000-bottle release after the 10-year mark. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£323.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)This single-vineyard Riserva delivers a generous, abundant and determined personality. This is Brunello with a capital B. The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli benefits from a warm and sun-soaked microclimate that is shielded from cold winter winds. You can taste the good health of the grapes thanks to those very direct aromas of black cherry, plum, tar, campfire ash and chalky mineral. The Paganelli vineyard is 12 hectares in size, with vines planted in 1964. The last time this wine was made was in 2012. Fruit from those old vines shape complex aromas, elegant tannins and bright freshness. Despite that handsome DNA, this is another new release from Il Poggione that will require more cellar age. I'd suggest drinking a bottle from this 40,000-bottle release after the 10-year mark. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£410.00 |
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Vinous (98)A beguiling mix of camphor and minty herbs, along with crushed stone, blows off slowly to reveal dark depths of black raspberry, licorice, autumnal spice and worn leather as the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli unfolds in the glass. Its textures are unexpectedly soft and velvety-smooth, coupled with depths of intense red fruits that make an appearance just before a mix of brisk acids and tannins creates a more tactile and youthfully clenching expression toward the finale. This leaves the palate aching under the 2016’s structural heft, yet with plenty of primary concentration to balance, as wild savory herbs and earthy mineral tones linger for up to a minute. The potential here is off the charts, but readers will need to be very patient. The Riserva Vigna Paganelli is a cru selection of old vines that refines for 48 months in large French oak barrels of 33–52 hectoliters. |
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£517.00 |
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As a fine wine connoisseur, the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Fiore di NO 2015 signifies an exquisite journey through the Tuscan wine territory. La Fiorita depicts their dedication to sustainable farming and precision winemaking in the heart of Tuscany's renowned Brunello di Montalcino zone. The Fiore di NO 2015 is undeniably a product of Sangiovese Grosso, grown in marl-rich soils and matured in the traditional means, for three years in Slavonian oaks. The result is majestic - a Brunello that is potent and expressive, resonating with plush red cherries, wild berries and a unique spice blend, interwoven with rich tannins and bright acidity. This robust structure pays homage to its 2015 vintage - a year applauded for producing incredibly balanced wines. Each sip of the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Fiore di NO 2015 promises a harmonious fusion of power and elegance, making it an imposing choice for any fine wine lover. |
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£483.00 |
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Uncork a bottle of La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Fiore di NO 2016, where Tuscan elegance meets perfection. Produced by La Fiorita, a distinguished winery in the southeast region of Montalcino, this refined red is crafted from 100% Sangiovese grapes hand-picked from mature vines grown on limestone-rich fluvial soil. It underwent a temperature-controlled maceration for three weeks, followed by aging in Slavonian oak barrels for 2 years, and two more in the bottle, enhancing its profound, multifaceted character. Ruby red with garnet hues, this wine impresses with its captivating bouquet of red fruit, violet, and sweet spice, with hints of underbrush and precious wood. On the palate, it reveals an intense, harmonious taste gracefully framed by fine-grained tannins and bright acidity, calling for a long-lingering, warm finish. La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Fiore di NO 2016 is a robust, festive wine for fine dining affairs and exquisite gift-giving occasions. |
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£409.00 |
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Hailing from the prestigious vineyards of Tuscany, the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015 is the pinnacle of Italian winemaking expertise. Crafted by renowned vintner Natalie Oliveros, this robust red boasts opulent notes of dark fruit, dried herbs, and spices, grounded by a delightful earthy undertone. Under the sun-drenched Tuscan skies, the hand-harvested Sangiovese grapes are fermented in traditional oak casks, further enriching the complexity of this exceptional vintage. The ensuing masterpiece is a symphony of balanced acidity and ripe tannins, making the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015 a coveted acquisition for discerning collectors and enthusiasts alike. This vino rosso is emblematic of its terroir, expressing the quintessential character and sophisticated elegance of the Montalcino region—an exquisite indulgence begging to be savoured. Revel in the bewitching allure of the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015, the epitome of refinement in every sip. |
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£443.00 |
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The La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 hails from the esteemed Tuscan vineyards of Italy. Expertly crafted by esteemed winemaker, Roberto Cipresso, this vintage's composition consists of 100% Sangiovese grapes, encapsulating rich aromas of dark fruit, spice and earthy undertones. It is the product of meticulous viticulture and hand-harvesting ensures the highest quality harvests. A defining feature of this wine's process is the extended fermentation period, fostering deep complexity and superior tannic structure. This, combined with ageing for four years exclusively in Slavonian oak casks, lend the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 its robust yet smooth character, rendering it an exceptional vintage. The cellar is within the arched splendour of Montalcino's fortress, accentuating La Fiorita's commitment to integrating time-honoured tradition with modern viticulture. Resounding critical acclaim confirms the exacting methods behind the crafting of the La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016. |
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Tuscany | 20 | 89 (VN) |
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£665.00 |
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Vinous (89)The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva shows more wood than fruit, with a sweet and exotic display of pine, cedar, baker’s chocolate, hints of balsamic spice and medicinal cherry. It’s velvety-smooth and polished, coating the mouth in ripe blackberries offset by sour citrus and cooling herbal tones, as fine-grained tannins saturate. While heavily influenced by its élevage, there is an admirable balance here. That said, this style is not for everyone. |
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£412.00 |
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Indulge in the rich complexities of the La Fortuna Brunello di Montalcino 2000. Hailing from one of the most revered wine-making regions in the world, this Tuscan treasure is produced by the esteemed Giobbi family, whose dedication to traditional winemaking techniques is evident in every bottle. This ruby-red wine, crafted from 100% hand-harvested Sangiovese Grosso grapes, boasts an intoxicating bouquet of ripe cherries, violets, and hints of earthy tobacco. Aging for 36 months in oak barrels has softened its tannins, contributing to a velvety texture and an elegant, persistent finish. The harmonious balance of acidity and fruitiness makes the La Fortuna Brunello di Montalcino 2000 a sublime pairing with richly flavoured foods. La Fortuna’s commitment to sustainable viticulture techniques further enhances the appeal of this outstanding wine. Sip, savour, and enjoy the exquisite craftsmanship of the La Fortuna Brunello di Montalcino 2000. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£562.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Fascinating aromas of dried flowers, sandalwood, cedar and plums. Full body, ultra-fine tannins and a long, long finish. Gloriously complex and savory. Dusty texture. Just makes you want to drink it. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 92 (WA) |
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£489.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)The La Fortuna 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a balanced and forthcoming wine that offers a bright core of berry fruit that is evenly offset by spicy notes of allspice and cardamom seed. The wine boasts a great sense of balance throughout with savory tones of tobacco and cured meat that underline its recent aging evolution. This Riserva should promise a solid ten-year drinking window. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£236.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino displays depths of rich blackberry and cherry sauce with mentholated herbal tones adding lift, while notes of cedar and clove develop in the glass. Its textures are like pure silk, draped slowly across the palate, showing admirable density and weight, balanced by bright acids and minerals. This is so tightly wound up in its youthful state, yet it’s packed full of potential with a core of dark primary fruit that isn’t quite ready to reveal its charms. A web of fine tannin makes itself known only at the very end, as the 2016 slowly tapers off to hints of tobacco. The 2016 will take some time for this to come fully into focus, but it will be well worth the wait. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 96 (JS) |
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£347.00 |
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James Suckling (96)Incredible purity of fruit to this red with plums, cherries and berries. Full body, ripe and silky tannins and a fantastically long finish. Love the bitter-orange undertone to this. Drink in 2020. |
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£1,141.00 |
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Indulge in the alluring allure of the La Serena Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Gemini 2006. Exquisitely hailing from the renowned Italian region of Montalcino, this exceptional wine is produced by the esteemed Mantengoli family, who have passionately honed their winemaking craft since 1933. This illustrious expression emphasises their commitment to artisanal methods, matured for an extended period in both Slovenian oak casks and French oak barriques. The result is a wine that effortlessly balances complexity and elegance. The La Serena Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Gemini 2006 reveals a captivating bouquet steeped in dark fruit, earthy underbrush, and spice nuances, culminating in a harmonious finish. It further impresses with a robust structure and remarkable ageing potential, promising to reward patient enthusiasts. Savour the craftsmanship that the Mantengoli family has imparted into this laudable Brunello di Montalcino." |
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