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Fattoria dei Barbi Brunello di Montalcino 2012
Tuscany, ItalyThe Barbi family traces its lineage to this site back to 1352, and Stefano is the 6th generation, representing 834 years of lineage. In addition to being historic, the family was also very pioneering. In 1892 they were the first to export wines to Asia, North America, and Europe. This Reserva (red label) Brunello is not made every year, but when conditions are right, it comes from the oldest vines rooted in the best parts of the vineyards at 250-400m. This rested in smaller oak barrels for the first few months, and then aged in larger oak barrels for a total period of three years. Salted and leathery, with worn dark cherry, bergamot, worn wood ruling the full palate, quite compact, but certainly fading some with age. Tannins are sanded long and left now slightly sticky, drawing this to a warming finish. Drinking well now, with roast lamb or pork.Tasted: 11 November 2020Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| ON | $134.00 | 750ml | LCBO |
Grape: Sangiovese
