2017 Brunello di Montalcino
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Here's a handsome bottle inside and out. The 2017 Brunello di Montalcino Luce is an exuberant and flashy expression of Sangiovese. Just like the etched label design that features sunbeams, the wine radiates fresh fruit, cherry, spice, tar, licorice and grilled herb. The house style favors a contemporary and rich style of Sangiovese, and the wine's velvety approach is measured against the ample texture and fruit weight presented here. This warm 2017 vintage is well interpreted by the folks at Tenuta Luce (even with that high 15% alcohol). Production is 30,000 bottles.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Jancis Robinson MW
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A hotter, dryer vintage than 2019 and you feel it in the fig and raspberry puree fruits, flecked with orange peel, sage, touches of rose petal, tobacco and a spreading warmth through the finish. Enjoyable, deft winemaking, plenty of character, feels ready to begin drinking, with good life ahead, and real persistency on the palate. Nicolo d'Afflitto director, Alessandro Marini winemaker.
Concentrated mid ruby. Sweet cherry fruit hidden under tobacco leaf. Juicy palate of ripe fruit that is already a little evolved. Lots of charm, though, and ready now. (WS)
The freshness and the floral aromas with citrus fruit and berries are startling for a 2017. The palate is full and extremely refined with elegant tannins and vivid fruit and orange-peel undertones. Racy and bright at the finish. Drink or hold.