Le Macioche 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
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Le Macioche 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
96 Point Cotarella Brothers outstanding Riserva Brunello!
Quick Taste
- 96 Points!
- Celebrated winemakers, Renzo and Riccardo Cotarella
- Single vineyard
- 'Smooth and full-bodied'
- Allocated and Limited!
About Le Macioche 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
Brothers Renzo and Riccardo Cotarella, both winemakers, founded Falesco winery on the border between Umbria and Lazio in 1979. After almost 40 years the small family business was transformed into a successful one for the next generations. Their investments can be considered largely repaired especially in terms of affection in fact their daughters Dominga, Marta and Enrica are the owners of the winery.
The Le Macioche vineyard is located in the heart of the hilly territory of Siena (southern part of Tuscany) halfway between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the the Central Apennines. The Tenuta di Giova with its southern orientation, a good supply of clay is very rich in skeleton due to the presence of outcropping galestro rocks. The balance between exposition, altitude and type of soil, give Brunello the full expression of red fruits, tannin and slight acidity traits.
96 Points Wine Spectator
Rich and dense, with cherry, raspberry, black currant, violet, mineral and spice flavors. Shows a spine of acidity that provides definition and keeps this red vibrant from beginning to end. Balanced, long and shows excellent potential. Best from 2025 through 2042. 250 cases made, 100 cases imported.
94 Points Wine Enthusiast
Aromas of violet, underbrush, menthol and dried tobacco leaf shape the nose on this medium-bodied red. Smooth and elegant, the palate features ripe Morello cherry, orange zest and licorice before finishing on a salty note. Taut, polished tannins and fresh acidity keep it balanced. It's already rather accessible but will also age well for another decade or more.
Wine Details
- Alcohol % 14.0%
- Bottle Size 750 ml
- Wine Type Red
- Country Italy
- Region Tuscany
- Appellation Brunello di Montalcino
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