Tasting Notes

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Vinous Eric Guido - 01 Nov 20
The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva of Castelgiocondo balances the ripeness of the vintage with a deft use of oak. Here I’m finding notes of balsamic spice, dusty roses and dried cherries. It’s a silky and polished effort, balancing tart red berries with creamy textures and salty minerality. Tannins slowly saturate, clenching the palate with youthful tension, as this tapers off with wild herbal and woodland tones. The 2015 Riserva is built for the cellar.
Drinking Date: 2024 - 2034
Tuscany Vineyard Fine Wine

Tuscany

Tuscany, a renowned wine region in central Italy, is famous for its high-quality Sangiovese-based wines. Key styles include Chianti, with vibrant acidity and red fruit flavours; Chianti Classico, known for greater depth; and Brunello di Montalcino, prized for its rich, full-bodied character and ageing potential. Tuscany also produces prestigious Super Tuscan wines that blend Sangiovese with international varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon. Top producers are Antinori, for Tignanello; Castello di Ama, for Chianti Classico; and Biondi-Santi, for Brunello.