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Le Ragnaie Brunello di Montalcino 2016
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 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. After a little youthful reduction blows off, this shows off ripe and perfumed raspberry, cherry, light kirsch, and peppery/herbal scrub spicing. Tannins are firm, sidling the fruit through the lingering, grippy, mineral-licked finish. Lots of power and energy in this elegant Brunello, drinking well now in youth and with time ahead.Tasted: 13 May 2021Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| ON | $115.95 | 750ml | consignment |
Grape: Sangiovese
