From vines planted in 1912

a site originally planted with 17 heritage clones

complex and among the finest that you will find in the appellation

cheese making and so on

and very well balanced

Tassi, Brunello Montalcino Franci Riserva Vintage:2016 From vines planted in 1912Here's a new discovery from Fabio Tassi. The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Betinna Cuve Franci shows some soft contouring on the edges, but it is otherwise firm and compact at its core with a solid delivery of quality fruit. This is my favorite bottle among these new Brunello releases from Fabio Tassi. The smoothness of the mouthfeel along with the tightly silky nature of the tannins are the main reasons why. This very limited release of just