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Home > Italy > 1998 Brunello di Montalcino, Pian delle Vigne (Antinori) (1.5L)
1998 Brunello di Montalcino, Pian delle Vigne (Antinori) (1.5L)
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Vintage: 1998
Format: 1.5L
Wine Name: Brunello di Montalcino
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Designation:
Appellation: Brunello di Montalcino
Producer: Pian delle Vigne (Antinori)
Varietal: Sangiovese
Type: Red
Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region: Montalcino
Tasting note: The Antinori estate in Montalcino is comprised of vineyards purchased
from Castello di Casigliano in 1995. The house, commendably, has chosen
to emphasize the specific territorial character of the wine, without any
excesses of new oak, a policy well reflected in the 1998 Brunello di
Montalcino. A dark and ample ruby/garnet, its pure and focused nose,
very varietal, expresses plums, tobacco, Mediterranean herbs, and just a
kiss of oak. Elegant and solid in flavor with sustained and supple
tannins, much warmth, intensity, and drive, it is balanced, layered, and
fresh with considerable personality. (91pts. DT, Wine Advocate)
Tasted: Jun. 2003
Score: 91
Drink: 2005-15
Tasting note: Extremely well-crafted, as usual. Fabulous aromas of strawberries and
cream that soon turn to minerals and spices. Full-bodied, with very
silky tannins and a long, long finish. This has plenty in reserve and
needs time to develop. (91pts. JS, Wine Spectator)
Tasted: May 31, 2003
Score: 92
Drink: After 2004
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