Ciacci Piccolomini D'Aragona 2007 Brunello Di Montalcino (Riserva Pianrosso Santa Caterina D'oro), $50.99-$59.99, 96 points, poured a core opaque blood-red grading brick-red and finally a copper color at the broad clear wine ring and leggy glass bowl.
Aromatic aromas of black cherry, roses, and bourbon notes with a hint of sandalwood were amazing.
Luscious medium-plus body, mouth-watering acidity, and layered grainy tannin combined in managing deep and balanced flavors reflective of the aromas with hints of mint and sweet tobacco.
Finished very long on a touch of caramel, subtle lingering flint with warm spice and alcohol (14.5%) notes.
One of the best Brunello Di Montalcino wines I've had.
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That's a great price for a Riserva of that age. Never had Ciacci's Riserva. In general, I am not a fan of their style. I'll have to keep an eye out for this.
ReplyDeleteJohn, do mean the "rustic" style?
DeleteRustic is ok. I like rustic. Their base Brunello to me is "dirty". It's beyond rustic.
DeleteNice review but I'm pretty sure that price is an error. That wine show up on Wine-Searcher in the $80s, and isn't even available in Europe at those retail prices...
ReplyDeleteSid, thanks for commenting!
DeleteI did just post the receipt here at this link. If you could let me know that you've seen it, I will then delete that post. The NHLOutlets are no showing 0 in stock!
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