Vitanza Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2009 (750ml) Piquette Rouge

Vitanza Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2009 (750ml) Piquette Rouge"The 2009 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is the nicest wine presented by Tenuta Vitanza this year. This expression definitely shows its oaky side but that new oak style (French tonneaux primarily) is characteristic of this estate located in the Torrenieri subzone that makes some of the darkest and most extracted expressions of Brunello regardless. Dark fruit, prune, plum, cherry, spice, cedar, cardamon and grilled herb all compete for your attention.

Tony (Anton) Bauer

that harmonize with a buttery characteristic due to its malolactic fermentation

Varietal(s): Pinot Nero

preventing oxidation

The tight minerality keeps a wonderful acid grip on the palate showing good aging potential

pears and vanilla with a balanced

but keeping & delivering he specific and rare Cuvees’ expressions on each vintage

and the wine develops a honeyed elegance on the palate

the wine then ages on its yeast lees for about two years prior to disgorgement

It’s an appealing Pinot offering more immediacy to drink 2025-2032

• Late bud break in April and veraison delayed to August

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