The 2004 Brunello di Montalcino requires a considerable amount of time for its core of super-ripe fruit to emerge from under a wall of imposing tannins. This medium to full-bodied offering shows notable length on the palate. Suggestions of smoke, licorice, and minerals and leather linger on the potent close. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2024. Importer: Frederick Wildman and Sons Ltd, New York, NY; tel. (212) 355-0700

Very ripe plum and strawberry aromas follow through to a full body, with soft and silky tannins and a long finish. Sweet juicy fruit on the finish. Best after 2010. 1,200 cases made, 600 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add