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2004 Brunello di Montalcino, Valdicava, Riserva Madonna del Piano (750ml)
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Vintage: 2004
Format: 750ml
Wine Name: Brunello di Montalcino
Vineyard: Madonna del Piano
Designation:
Riserva
Appellation: Brunello di Montalcino
Producer: Valdicava
Varietal: Sangiovese
Type: Red
Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region: Montalcino
Alcohol:
Tasting note: The 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano continues to
develop very positively. This huge, concentrated Madonna del Piano
dazzles for the richness of its fruit and the delineation of its aromas.
The clean, vibrant finish suggests many years of cellaring potential.
The Valdicava Brunellos are often misunderstood when young because they
possess so much richness, but with time in bottle the wines turn more
delicate and complete. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2029.
Vincenzo
Abbruzzese is one of the most outspoken, passionate growers in
Montalcino. His beautifully tended vineyards yield some of the richest
wines in the region; and that’s where most of the focus is – on the
vineyards. The winery itself is unremarkable and is equipped with just
the bare essentials. All of the wines are aged in large, neutral oak;
what comes through is Abbruzzese’s commitment to low yields, sustainable
farming and non-interventionalist winemaking. Unfortunately I was not
able to taste the 2008 Rosso in bottle, but several samples tasted from
tank and cask seemed quite promising. (96+ pts. AG, Wine Advocate)
Tasted: Apr 2010
Score: 926+
Drink: 2014-2029
Tasting note: Very dark ruby-red with a light rim.
Overripe aromas of red cherry, plum and underbrush give the nose a
blowsy quality. Then sweet and creamy in the mouth, with pretty balsamic
nuances to the ripe red and black fruit flavors. This rather fat wine
finishes with decent complexity and smooth tannins, but I found myself
wishing for a little more finesse. (88 pts. Stephen Tanzer)
Tasted: July 2010
Score: 88
Tasting note:Intense aromas of blackberry, blueberry and mineral, with just the right
amount of licorice and mineral. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a
beautiful finish. Best after 2012. 2,415 cases made. (96 pts. JS, Wine Spectator)
Tasted: Jun 15, 2010
Score: 96
Drink: After 2012
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