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2006 Siro Pacenti Brunello di Montalcino
12/11/2023 - Employee500 wrote: 92 Points
Delicious and drinkable Brunello. Fruit flavors are on the darker side (blueberry, dark cherry and blackberry) for Sangiovese but the wine itself is not especially full-bodied or extracted (which I might have expected from the producer’s reputation and the dark color of the wine). Good acidity and tannin is still noticeable but not overwhelming. Absolutely no sign of decline or even advanced aging…no bricking (which other notes here have experienced). Ultimately a lovely and “correct” Brunello. Quite drinkable, but ultimately not exciting. Just “quite pleasant”. I don’t see this improving significantly but it seems like it would keep fine for another 5-10 years….
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2001 Pieve Santa Restituta (Gaja) Brunello di Montalcino Sugarille
4/23/2023 - Employee500 wrote: 95 Points
Terrific! Expressive with plenty of dark red cherry and vibrant acidity. Tannins still fairly firm but doesn’t detract from overall balance. Should last another 10-15 years but I’d recommend trying now!!
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2001 Fontodi Flaccianello della Pieve Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT
2/18/2023 - Employee500 wrote: 94 Points
Perfect Sangiovese at peak now. Gorgeous dark cherry, plum, and soft leather with a juicy acidity and long pleasant finish as the cherry softens and fades. Definitely leads to salivary gland activation that continues for a full minute after each sip. A fair bit of tannin remains, but certainly in harmony with the other elements. Anyone not enjoying this should simply avoid Sangiovese….or seek out denser, darker versions in a more modern style.
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