muscular and highly vibrant middle weight plus flavors exude a subtle minerality while delivering superb depth and persistence on the sappy

There is a bit of wood in evidence but I doubt that it will take very long before it is fully integrated

earth and distinctly sauvage aromas

it is a frank and upfront Brunello

Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs

Gaja (Pieve Santa Restituta), Brunello Montalcino Sugarille other_regions_italy muscular and highly vibrant middleDeep ruby with the beginning of orange tinges. Deeper and a little richer on the nose than the Rennina and more genuine, with much less oak, or is it just better absorbed? Supple and with wonderful concentration of fruit. Impressive tannic structure that reminds me a little of Nebbiolo. Long and firm. (WS)