2016 Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Brunello di Montalcino [WE97][WA95+][JS95]

Producer: Ciacci Piccolomini 
Region: Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy 
Varietal: Sangiovese 
Year: 2016 

Wine Enthusiast, 97 Points 

"Red-berry, wild-rose, crushed mint and dark-spice aromas are front and center on this fragrant red. The full-bodied palate is concentrated but also boasts finesse, offering layers of raspberry jam, smooth licorice and tobacco alongside a backbone of enveloping, velvety tannins. You’ll also detect the warmth of alcohol but the succulent fruit stands up to it. *Cellar Selection*" 

Wine Advocate, 95+ Points 

"The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino (with 56,000 bottles made) shows bold cherry, spice, crushed stone and balsam herb that come together in seamless fashion. This estate has honed a unique style that becomes a common theme traced to each new vintage. I'd describe it as delicate but also succulent with a rich and almost pulpy quality of fruit. The wine is fueled by the golden light that hits this part of Tuscany in those last hours of the day. Here is a wine that shows spirit of place." 

James Suckling, 95 Points 

"Lots of red and blue fruit to this, evolving into wet leaves, freshly turned soil and brewed tea. Light herbal notes. Sweet cherries, too. It's full bodied with silky, firm tannins. More minerality and tea notes on the finish. Elegant and driven." 

Alcohol: 15% 

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