BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO
2016 VINTAGE
100 Il Marroneto 2016 Madonna delle Grazie (Brunello di Montalcino). For full review see page 83. Cellar Selection.
abv: 14.5% Price: $350
100 Le Chiuse 2016 Brunello di Montalcino. For full review see page 83. Cellar Selection.
abv: 14.5% Price: $99
99 Conti Costanti 2016 Brunello di Montalcino. For full review see page 83. Cellar Selection.
abv: 14% Price: $119
99 Fuligni 2016 Brunello di Montalcino. Enticingly fragrant, this opens with heady aromas of rose, violet, new leather, truffle and balsamic whiffs of camphor. Vibrant and focused, the chiseled, elegant palate is all about finesse, delivering bright red cherry, orange zest, licorice and white pepper framed in taut, refined tannins. Bright acidity keeps it superbly balanced and fresh. It’s already drinking beautifully but hold for even more complexity. Drink 2024–2036. Empson USA Ltd. Cellar Selection. —K.O.
abv: 14.5% Price: $112
Earthy aromas of blue flower, rose, underbrush and leather mingle together on this gorgeous, fragrant red. All about finesse and flavor, the medium-bodied palate is absolutely delicious, featuring juicy Morello cherry, crushed raspberry, baking spice, star anise and the barest hint of game. It’s radiant and beautifully balanced thanks to taut,. —K.O.
