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2012 Brunello di Montalcino

More from Canalicchio di SopraBrunello di MontalcinoItalyAverage score 94/100
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Score 95/100 · James Suckling, Dec 2016

Wonderfully aromatic and fresh with plum, flower and citrus character. Medium to full body, firm and silky tannins and a delicious finish. So much finesse. Drink or hold.

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94/100

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95
95/100

James Suckling

94
94/100

Monica Larner, Wine Advocate

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94 points
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
Score 94/100 · Monica Larner, Wine Advocate

Canalicchio di Sopra is high on my shortlist of favorite producers in Montalcino. The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino is a sumptuous wine made according to carefully considered criteria. Every step of the winemaking process represents a selection of sorts, culminating in an expression of extremes. The precision, the focus and the pristine nature of the aromas cannot be exaggerated. It is such a pleasure to taste a wine of this caliber and distinction. Aromas of dark fruit and savory spice find seamless integration. Background tones of balsam herb, cola and licorice add a superior level of complexity. In the mouth, the wine is polished, fine and silky. The mouthfeel is thinner compared to 2011 and 2010. Otherwise, this is a fabulously elegant Brunello. Mar 2017, www.robertparker.com

92 points
Ian D'Agata
Score 92/100 · Ian D'Agata

Luminous red. Intense aromas of red cherry, licorice and tar are complicated by a strong note of torrefaction. Deep dense and suave, with youthfully chewy tannins and a slightly herbal nuance to the dark plum and coffee flavors. Still more notes of torrefaction and coffee emerge with aeration. This brooding, strapping Brunello will require patience. Mar 2017, www.vinous.com, Drink: 2024-2040

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Canalicchio di Sopra
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Country / Region
Brunello di Montalcino
Tuscany
Italy
Producer

Canalicchio di Sopra

Category

Wine

Product Type

Still wine

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