2012 Rosso di Montalcino
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The 2012 Rosso di Montalcino maintains a vividly deep ruby color and classic bouquet that mixes dried strawberries, plum skins, worn leather, hints of camphor and dusty rose. It caresses the palate with silky textures, yet maintains a finessed persona throughout, as a cascade of saline-mineral tones and tart, wild berries adds a crunchy sensation toward the close. The 2012 finishes lightly structured while remaining energetic and fresh, leaving a tinge of sour citrus. Presenting both a grippy yet also mouthwatering finale, it’s amazing how lively this Rosso remains 10 years post-vintage. That said, there will come a day that its fruit will take a back seat. Until that time, however, there is real beauty to be found here.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Ian D'Agata
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The 2012 Rosso di Montalcino opens to a luminous, light ruby appearance. The wine delivers a simple, but refined bouquet with dried cherry, laurel leaf, cola and crushed mineral. This was a warm growing season and the wine is immediate and approachable as a result. It does show that bright flash of acidity that is so distinct in all the wines of Biondi-Santi. This wine is made from fruit that is harvested from the estate's youngest vines.
The 2012 Rosso di Montalcino is soft, pretty and open-knit. The combination of the ripe vintage and desire to make a more accessible style of Rosso comes through in this floral, mid-weight wine. Sweet red cherry, raspberry and expressive, lifted floral notes are some of the signatures. Relative to most Rossos, Biondi Santi's 2012 is brisk and acid-driven, especially for the year, but fans of the estate will find the wine quite accessible. The 2012 spent two years in cask.
The 2012 Rosso di Montalcino is soft, pretty and open-knit. The combination of the ripe vintage and desire to make a more accessible style of Rosso comes through in this floral, mid-weight wine. Sweet red cherry, raspberry and expressive, lifted floral notes are some of the signatures. Relative to most Rossos, Biondi Santi's 2012 is brisk and acid-driven, especially for the year, but fans of the estate will find the wine quite accessible. The 2012 spent two years in cask. Feb 2016, www.vinous.com, Drink: 2016-2022