Altesino
Altesino Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
4.5
Expert Rating
0.0
Rarely Reviewed
2013
WINE DESCRIPTION
Altesino Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a premium wine produced by Altesino, a renowned winery located in the Montalcino appellation of Tuscany, Italy. The wine is made from Sangiovese grapes grown in the vineyards surrounding the winery, which benefit from the region's unique terroir and microclimate. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including long maceration and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a complex and elegant wine with a deep ruby color, intense aromas of red fruits, spices, and tobacco, and a full-bodied, velvety palate with firm tannins and a long finish. Altesino Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts looking for a high-quality wine that embodies the essence of Tuscany's winemaking tradition.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This full-bodied Altesino Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is an incredibly pleasurable expression of the Sangiovese grape.Deeply colored with a garnet hue, it offers captivating aromas of ripe red cherry, wild berry and dried herbs. On the palate, it is structured and concentrated, with flavors of sweet cherry, leather and a hint of clove. The tannins are firm and well integrated, while the long finish displays notes of tobacco and spice. This is an elegant and complex wine that will continue to develop and improve with time in the cellar.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
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Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sangiovese
ORIGINS
Winery: Altesino
Region: Tuscany
Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions.
Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.CUSTOMER RATING
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