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Luce della Vite
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Luce della Vite
Luce della Vite is a producer in Montalcino, Tuscany. Despite its position within the Brunello di Montalcino DOCG zone, the estate is best known for its Luce wine, a combination of Sangiovese and Merlot that, on its debut in 1993, was one of the very first Super Tuscans from the region. The estate is located southwest of Montalcino town and has 77ha (190 acres) of estate vineyards in total. The Sangiovese is located in higher, well-drained soils, while the Merlot is planted in more clay-based, sandier soils. Parcels of the two varieties are vinified separately then blended before aging. Lucento is the second wine of Luce, sourced from the same vineyards. Luce della Vite also make a Brunello di Montalcino wine, which has garnered a lot of critical acclaim, including perfect 100-point ratings from James Suckling for the 2006 and 2010 vintages.
Tasting Notes
- WS93
- Very dark ruby in color, with intense aromas of dried blueberry and Indian spices. Full-bodied, with medium chewy tannins and an outstanding intensity of fruit, new oak and mineral. The finish is very long. Best after 2012. 1,835 cases made.
- RP90
- The 2005 Brunello di Montalcino emerges from the glass with plenty of blue and black fruit, grilled herbs, graphite, spices and mocha. The wine reveals lovely up-front richness but then loses some of its depth on the mid-palate, revealing tannins that are a touch dry. Tobacco, herbs and licorice linger on the finish. This is a decidedly muscular, fruit-driven style of Brunello from the Frescobaldi family. A few more years of bottle age should help the wine come together even more. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2021.
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