1987 Brunello di Montalcino La Cerbaiola

The 1987 Brunello di Montalcino is one of the most impressive of the 1980s wines at Salvioni. Beams of underlying salinity and acidity give the 1987 noticeable freshness. Red cherry jam, anise, crushed flowers and licorice add nuance, but the 1987 is mostly remarkable for its freshness and exceptional balance. Even today, the 1987 retains surprising acidity to balance the fruit and overall structure. In a word: magnificent!