Castello Romitorio Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016

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Castello Romitorio Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016
Region
Tuscany
Appellation
Brunello di Montalcino
Blend
100% Sangiovese
Winemaker
Filippo Chia
Alcohol
15%
Vinous97 pts

The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva lifts up with elegance and richness, as sweet as lavender and violets give way to a more savory display of black cherries, Tuscan dust and cedar box with hints of cooling mint. This rushes the palate with sweet red fruits and spices, silky yet lifted, and displaying a delicacy not expected from the Riserva category, yet quite welcome. Beneath is a core of power and density just waiting to unfold. Minerality comes through the finale, mingling with a fine coating of tannin and hints of spicy citrus. This harmonious Burnello will have a very long life. The Riserva is a selection of two Brunello barrels, one tonneau and one large cask, from Romitorio's cellar. Simply stunning.

Taste profile

LightBold
SavoryFruity
SmoothTannic
SoftAcidic

Body: Densely packed, muscular structure, velvety texture

Aromas & flavors: Wild raspberries, black cherry, crushed stone, cedar, tanned leather, balsamic herbs

Tannins & finish: Fine-grained tannins, lingering spice, mineral-inflected

Pairings: Roasted wild boar, grilled ribeye, aged pecorino, truffle risotto, Osso buco, venison stew

Tasting notes are for this exact bottle of wine (including vintage).

Sources: robertocipresso.it, consorziobrunellodimontalcino.it, bbr.com, banfi.it

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SourcePrice
Last Bottle Price$199
Listed Retail$300
Best Web Price (according to Last Bottle)$204
Avg Price (Wine-Searcher)$227
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Vintage Quality

Vintage Chart

Wine Spectator · Tuscany Brunello di Montalcino
99
2016 VintageExceptional
Drink or Hold

Textbook growing season resulted in wines of finesse and elegance, balance and harmony, with mostly red fruit flavors. Ideal weather in September preserved acidity

95+90-9485-89<85
Best
20192016201520132012201020062004
Avoid
20021996

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