Antinori (Pian Vigne), Brunello Montalcino other_regions_italy The finer middle weight flavors

The finer middle weight flavors aren’t as powerful though I like the vibrancy on the dusty

Les Charmois

all bound in a silky texture

The 2013 vintage was balanced overall without the sudden heat waves we saw in the summers of 2011 and 2012

yellow and ferrous marlstone that absorbs the moisture well

Antinori (Pian Vigne), Brunello Montalcino other_regions_italy The finer middle weight flavorsA lean, savory version, whose cherry, iron, tobacco and underbrush flavors play into the dusty tannins, pushing the fruit to the background. The aromas are the best feature. This doesn't offer the fruit of the best in the vintage, but is solid. Best from 2022 through 2033. 14,300 cases made, 2,500 cases imported. BS