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Frescobaldi Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Castelgiocondo (Ripe al Convento) 1999
The Winery
Frescobaldi
For over 700 years the Frescobaldi family has combined the tradition of Tuscany, owning some of the greatest vineyards in the region and dedicating its vision to the diversity of its terroirs. Frescobaldi’s six estate portfolio, individually represent the characteristics and authenticity of the Tuscan territories. The “2010 Castelgiocondo (Marchesi de' Frescobaldi) Brunello di Montalcino” caught the palate of highly acclaimed wine critic James Suckling when it was awarded his 2015 Wine of the Year.
Tasting Notes
- WE97
- Tight as nails on the nose before it explodes on the palate in a cacophony of cherry, cassis, black plum, tobacco and chocolate. It's like the best cigar and a great red wine rolled into one. Yes, the tannins are hammering and yes, the acidity is forward. But that only means this brilliant Brunello should age for 15 years without batting an eyelash. Imported by…
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