1998 Brunello di Montalcino
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The 1998 Brunello di Montalcino, a medium ruby/garnet, more fresh than sustained in color, features a spicy nose with much cedar, cloves, vanilla, and cinnamon. Somewhat tightly wound on the palate and with a hint of dry tannins in the finish, its intensity and vigor are better than its weight and depth. Drink: 2005-2008, but the flesh to stay the course does not seem to be here. This is another house that is looking to the oak to give a certain style to the wines. I would like to see more concentration and roundness as well. Importer: Robert Chadderdon Selections, New York, NY; tel. (212) 757-8185
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Daniel Thomases, Wine Advocate
About the producer
There are few names in Brunello di Montalcino that rank higher than Poggio di Sotto. The estate's obsession with clonal quality, combined with its incredibly elegant winemaking style has garnered a loyal fanbase.