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Altesino Brunello di Montalcino

Category:	RED
Vintage:	2001
Title:	Altesino Brunello di Montalcino
Producer:	Altesino
Grape:	Sangiovese
Country:	Italy
Region:	Tuscany
Subregion:	Montalcino
Taste Profile:	Big & Bold, Burly
Tasting Notes:	Elegant, Robust, Leather, Earth, Raspberry
Score:	94 [QV]
Description:	This classically-styled, all-Sangiovese red has already developed a haunting bouquet, is delicately medium bodied, shows no trace of obvious oak, but is firmly assertive and could only be a Brunello from one of Montalcino’s more senior, more distinctive vineyards. Altesino in the far north of the Montalcino zone has long been a standard-bearer for Montalcino. This Brunello is bursting with aromas of raspberries, flowers, and silky earth. Perhaps one of the most sought-after styles of wine in Italy, this is a king amongst its competitors. While this wine could be aged for decades, it is lush and drinkable now with enough time to breath. Enjoy this wine with robust red meats, especially game.

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