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Winespectator (94)
A touch of new oak adds an element of sweetness and spice to this cherry-, plum- and mineral-flavored red, which is lithe, with well-integrated, underlying tannins and a lingering finish.
Jancis Robinson (18)
Lustrous mid ruby. Pure deep sweet, youthful cherry nose with a hint of black tea leaves and a suggestion of oak. Succulent cherry fruit palate that closes up swiftly. Tangy finish with gorgeous coating tannins. Super-elegant palate weight at 14.5% alcohol, yet plenty of concentration. Needs more time, though.
Vinous (95)
Dark and imposing in the glass, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino opens with a delicate bouquet of balsam herbs and smoke, giving way to cedar spice box, dusty rose and dried black cherries. This is incredibly soft and pliant on the palate, with lavender-tinged, ripe red and black fruits guided by juicy acidity. Violet inner florals and a bitter tinge of balsamic spice linger as the 2016 finishes long and lightly structured, with edgy tannins that frame the experience without slowing its momentum. While already quite appealing, with a good decanting, the 2016 is still years away from its optimal drinking window.
Falstaff (95)
Clear, concentrated ruby. Very intense and open nose, of ripe black cherries and blackberries, some tobacco and leather, multilayered. Very well placed tannin, fine-meshed, ripe cherry fruit, juicy and with good tension.
Wine Enthusiast (96)
Inviting aromas of ripe wild berry, baking spice and Mediterranean herb are front and center along with a whiff of blue flower. Full bodied and vibrant, the savory palate features ripe Marasca cherry, star anise and nutmeg framed in noble tannins. Bright acidity provides freshness and balance. Give this time to fully develop and you'll be rewarded.
