2016 VINTAGE
100 Conti Costanti 2016 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino). For full review see page 81. Cellar Selection.
abv: 14% Price: $220
99 Fuligni 2016 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino). For full review see page 81. Cellar Selection.
abv: 14.5% Price: $225
98 Biondi-Santi 2016 Brunello di Montalcino. Aromas of rose petal, dark spice, woodland berries and camphor form the nose on this fragrant, elegant wine. Loaded with finesse, the linear, savory palate features red cherry, orange zest, star anise and black tea alongside tightly wound, fine-grained tannins. Bright acidity keeps it impeccably balanced. It’s still youthfully austere, with fantastic aging potential. Drink 2026–2041. Wilson Daniels Ltd. Cellar Selection. —K.O.
abv: 14% Price: $249
97 Canalicchio di Sopra 2016 Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino). Ripe black-skinned fruit, violet, truffle and new leather are just some of the aromas you’ll find on this gorgeous red. Delicious and full-bodied, the smooth, elegantly structured palate features juicy Morello cherry, crushed raspberry, licorice and tobacco accompanied by a velvety backbone of taut, fine-grained tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. Drink 2024–2036. Vinifera Imports. Cellar Selection. —K.O.
abv: 14.5% Price: $149
97 Caprili 2016 AdAlberto Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino). Enticing, earthy aromas of forest floor, blue flowers, leather and wild berries come to the forefront on this classically crafted Brunello. Full-bodied and elegantly structured, the savory palate delivers juicy Morello cherry, crushed raspberry, licorice and a hint of mocha framed in taut, refined tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it seamlessly balanced. Drink 2024–2036. Polaner Selections. —K.O.
abv: 14.5% Price: $100
All about elegance and class, this lovely red entices with aromas of small forest berries, blue flowers,
