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Score 95/100 · James Suckling, Dec 2016

So much violet, licorice and berry character to this. Wonderful depth. Full body, dusty and chewy tannins and a persistent and intense finish. Layered mouthfeel. Drink in 2020.

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95
95/100

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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

Giancarlo Pacenti knows his land well and is a skillful farmer, especially with regards to navigating a challenging vintage like this. The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Vecchie Vigne boasts a beautifully saturated ruby color that appears healthy and bright. The aromas are presented with precision and balance. A wine like this offers irrefutable evidence that old vines are the best remedy in a hot and dry vintage. The wine's various elements are intact and focused. Dark cherry, candied plum, exotic spice, tar and licorice form a united front. I prefer this vintage to 2011. Mar 2017, www.robertparker.com

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Siro Pacenti
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Grape Blend

Sangiovese

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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