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Brunello di Montalcino 2012

Brunello di Montalcino / Canalicchio di Sopra

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Tasting Notes

Luminous red. Intense aromas of red cherry, licorice and tar are complicated by a strong note of torrefaction. Deep dense and suave, with youthfully chewy tannins and a slightly herbal nuance to the dark plum and coffee flavors. Still more notes of torrefaction and coffee emerge with aeration. This brooding, strapping Brunello will require patience. (92+)

Score: 92

Ian D'Agata, Vinous.com Maturity: 2024-2040 01 March 2017

Canalicchio di Sopra is high on my shortlist of favorite producers in Montalcino. The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino is a sumptuous wine made according to carefully considered criteria. Every step of the winemaking process represents a selection of sorts, culminating in an expression of extremes. The precision, the focus and the pristine nature of the aromas cannot be exaggerated. It is such a pleasure to taste a wine of this caliber and distinction. Aromas of dark fruit and savory spice find seamless integration. Background tones of balsam herb, cola and licorice add a superior level of complexity. In the mouth, the wine is polished, fine and silky. The mouthfeel is thinner compared to 2011 and 2010. Otherwise, this is a fabulously elegant Brunello.

Score: 94

Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2018-2030 28 February 2017

Loads of balsamic aromas and flavors-juniper, rosemary, thyme, olive along with cherry, sanguine and tobacco notes are the hallmarks of this intense red. Well-integrated and complex, building to a long aftertaste. Best from 2021 through 2035.

Score: 95

Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator Maturity: 2021-2035 01 February 2017

Tasted blind. Mid to deep ruby with orange tinges. Lifted, peppery and full nose, but not entirely open. Gorgeous cherry fruit tightly packed with tannins. Finely tuned like a sports car, if really tannic for the moment.

Score: 17 - 18

Walter Speller, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2019-2030 23 January 2017

Wonderfully aromatic and fresh with plum, flower and citrus character. Medium to full body, firm and silky tannins and a delicious finish. So much finesse. Drink or hold.

Score: 95

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com Maturity: 2016+ 30 November 2016