Valdicava, Brunello Montalcino Vintage:2012 the nose is fantastically floral

the nose is fantastically floral

but that leanness is just part of the 2012 vintage

This is much more deeply pitched and pungently earth with its array of very fresh red and dark berries that carry whiffs of earth and the sauvage

The 2012 is neither the biggest nor most complex Pichon Lalande

with restrained tannins and no rough edges

Valdicava, Brunello Montalcino Vintage:2012 the nose is fantastically floralThe 1999 Brunello di Montalcino is advancing fast in terms of its aged aromas. The bouquet offers a large quota of cured beat, juniper and bresaola. Only once you get past those dehydrated, meaty tones do you notice the strongly floral aromas at the back. Pressed rose and perfumed potpourri are on full display. Theres a nice touch of acidity, as well as pure menthol, that helps to break up the thickness of the wine. Open the bottle one or two hours