Poggio Landi Brunello di Montalcino 2016
(Tuscany, Italy) - [WS 97, #12 Top 100 of 2021]
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About this winery:
The Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Poggio Landi rises from a mono-varietal selection of top-choice Sangiovese grapes picked from the Poggio Landi vines growing at an altitude of 180-500 meters above sea level.
Aged for 38 months in French oak barrels and 6 months in bottles, the Brunello di Montalcino Poggio Landi speaks of vigor and elegance, sounding out the very characteristics that have won this wine variety worldwide fame and acclaim.
About the Wine:
Complex on the nose, with distinctive nuances of ripe red fruit and spices such as black pepper and licorice. The same ripe red fruits continue along the palate, accompanied by vanilla notes. Long, layered finish.
#12 Wine Spectator's Top 100 2021
Vinification
Variety: 100% Sangiovese
Aging: 38 months in French oak
Alcohol content: 14%
Total acidity: 5,7 g/l
Serving temperature: 18° C
Altitude: 300 - 500 m above sea level
Aspect: south, southwest
Soil composition: Pliocene clay with marl
Training system: cordon spur converting to Guyot
Yield per hectare: 5.000 vines on average per hectare
Ratings & Reviews
97 Points, #12 Top 100 of 2021 - Wine Spectator:
"Broad and mouth filling, exuding floral, black cherry, blackberry, graphite and stony mineral flavors. Powerful, yet reined in by the vivid acidity, with tannins that are refined and well-integrated. Shows terrific balance and length. Best from 2025 through 2048. 6,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported." BS (Jun 30, 2021)
17 / 20 Points - Jancis Robinson:
"Mid ruby. Subtle yet rich cherry and cherry-liqueur nose. Lots of juicy cherry fruit and coating tannins. Lots of stuffing and length with succulent fruit. A credible crowd-pleaser with good potential." -WS (3/21)