Summary

The Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino 2003 is a distinguished red wine from Tuscany, crafted entirely from estate-grown Sangiovese. Known for its rigorous vineyard selection and low yields, this vintage showcases the estate's commitment to quality. The 2003 heatwave necessitated early harvesting, yet the wine reflects a rich character with aromas of dark fruits, spices, and earthy undertones. Full-bodied with silky tannins, it delivers intense fruit and mineral flavors, culminating in a long finish. This wine embodies the strength and complexity typical of the region, having matured in large Slavonian oak casks for over three years, and is noted for its aging potential.

Tasting Notes

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Valdicava’s 2003 Brunello di Montalcino is a big, brooding effort loaded with black cherries, smoke, tar and earthiness. This expressive, powerful wine needs at least another year or two to settle down. While not as extreme as the 2001, it stands apart for its intensity of color and the sheer volume of its extract. In 2003 the Brunello spent three and a half years in 45 and 50-hectoliter Slavonian oak casks. Abruzzese says the spring rains in the northern part of Montalcino left the wines with enough water reserves to mature without going into hydric stress. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2019.

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