Col d’Orcia 2010 Poggio al Vento Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino)

Country: Italy / Poggio al Vento Riserva
Variety: Sangiovese Tuscany
Winery: Col d’Orcia / Brunello di Montalcino

You’ll find aromas suggesting underbrush, scorched earth, truffle, grilled herb and a balsamic note on this robust red. The brawny palate evokes dried black cherry, prune, licorice and tobacco alongside chewy tannins and the heat of evident alcohol. Let the muscular tannins unwind for a few more years then drink sooner rather than later to capture the remaining fruit.