The 2005 Brunello di Montalcino emerges with racy, heady, super-ripe dark fruit, truffles, earthiness and spices that is irresistible. The fruit is initially round and harmonious, then loses a touch of depth and persistence on the mid-palate, only to come together nicely again on the finish. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2025. Various American importers, including: Skurnik Wines, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300; The Country Vintner, Louisa, VA; tel. (804) 784-2886; Arborway Imports, Lexington, MA; tel. (781) 863-1753; Giuliana Imports, Boulder, CO; tel. (303) 449-5477; Zancanella Imports, Portland, OR; tel.(503) 230-1230

Beautiful and complex aromas of dried meat, blueberry, Indian tea and light toasty oak follow through to a full body, with velvety tannins and a very long finish. Balanced and rich for the vintage. Best after 2012. 2,000 cases made, 1,500 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add