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Le Ragnaie Brunello di Montalcino 2013
Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, ItalyRiccardo and Jennifer Campinoti purchased this Montalcino property with a mix of old vines and younger plantings, and established Le Ragnaie in 2003. The organically farmed estate is divided into three distinct parcels across 42 acres in Montalcino. These vines are the highest of any in Montalcino, some reaching above the DOCG mandated 1,960 feet above sea level. As one of the highest points in the region, it became famous for bird catchers, hence the traditional birdcatchers' net that graces the label (Ragnaie is Etruscan for spiderweb, reminiscent of the netting). This Brunello comes from 3 sites, and vines up to 80 years old. So finessed, from the bricking hue to the fragrant dried cherries and raspberries flowing through the lengthy palate. Tobacco, dried orange, streaks of amaro, ride a base of worn leather, finishing with lingering mineral salts. Drinking beautifully now.Tasted: 13 May 2021Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| ON | $115.95 | 750ml | consignment |
Grape: Sangiovese
