2010 Brunello di Montalcino

The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino opens to a dark ruby color and pretty purple highlights. The bouquet is much more evolved than expected with jammy fruit aromas of blackberry preserves, kirsch, candied fruit, grilled herb and cherry liqueur. I was very surprised by the ripeness of the fruit on display here. Fruit does come from a lower area of the appellation where temperatures are higher. I expected more of this vintage.

Mid ruby with broad orange rim. Sappy, earthy cherry nose that is already quite open and forthcoming and with a hint of bell pepper. Supple fruit on the palate too, but the tannins are a little tough on the finish for the moment. Proper Brunello, if not the most complex and a little warm on the finish. (WS)

The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino opens to a dark ruby color and pretty purple highlights. The bouquet is much more evolved than expected with jammy fruit aromas of blackberry preserves, kirsch, candied fruit, grilled herb and cherry liqueur. I was very surprised by the ripeness of the fruit on display here. Fruit does come from a lower area of the appellation where temperatures are higher. I expected more of this vintage. ||Ambrogio and Giovanni Folonari own Tenuta la Fuga in Montalcino in addition to properties in Chianti Classico and Bolgheri. You can count on them for consistent wines crafted according to a conservative winemaking approach. They don't seeks to break any rules. More than statement wines, these are comfort wines. eRobertParker.com.February, 2015