2015 Martoccia di Brunelli Brunello di Montalcino
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Martoccia's 2015 Brunello di Montalcino brings forth some of the warmer characteristics of the vintage, thanks to its earthy and spicy aromas that lift gently from the bouquet. A second wave of plummy dark fruit and dried cherry is quick to follow. This wine would be a pleasant pairing with venison sausages now, but it's probably better to wait: This edition offers a good balance between fruit and oak, and although the tannins are tight, they should carry the wine forward over the next five years of aging. These are nice, classic results for this vintage of 16,000 bottles.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
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A bouquet of wild floral perfumes mixed with tart berries, earth notes and peppery herbs wafts up from the 2015 Brunello di Montalcino. On the palate, silky, smooth textures pave the way for a mix of pure, ripe red and blue fruits, contrasted by brisk acids and spice, as saline minerals and fine tannins slowly saturate the senses. The long finish buzzes with energy, but also shows a wonderfully balanced structure, as tart cherry and leather notes slowly fade.
Tasted blind. Mid ruby. Balsamic sweet nose with a hint of pine. Tangy, dark fruit with elevated acidity on a very tannic finish. The fruit lacks the concentration needed to offset the tannic load. (WS)