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Brunello di Montalcino 1997, La Poderina

Brunello di Montalcino 1997, La Poderina

Date Tasted: 8/2020

A wine that can show how great it was but now is on the edge of its life. 

Appearance: The colour is deep garnet with brown hues.

Nose: It expresses some exceptional tertiary aromas like vanilla, clove, cedar, toffee, butterscotch and leather.

 Palate: The same aromas continue with medium acidity, high soft tannins, medium body and medium aftertaste. 

Drink: Overall, it offers a delightful experience but not for long. 

Food Pairing: It paired perfectly with prosciutto with fig jam. 

Points: 85

Name: Brunello di Montalcino

Producer: La Poderina

Variety: Sangiovese 

Vintage: 1997

Region: D.O.C.G. Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

Alcohol: 13%

Retail Price: 100€

Serving temperature: 16-18 C°

Drink it until asap.