2012 Brunello di Montalcino Pian delle Vigne
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Marchesi Antinori's 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Pian delle Vigne shows some of the jammy fruit and strawberry confit aromas that I have noticed in past vintages. This was a hot growing season as was 2011. The Pian delle Vigne property on the lower slopes of the Brunello appellation seem to be very susceptible to hot vintages and this is made evident here. The mouthfeel is slimmed down and rather simple in presentation. This Brunello is best consumed in the short term.
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Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
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Tasted blind. Mid ruby with orange tinges. Deep nose with hints of fruit cake and mouth-filling fruit that effortlessly stands up to the tannins. Solid, rather than complex. (WS)
Marchesi Antinori's 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Pian delle Vigne shows some of the jammy fruit and strawberry confit aromas that I have noticed in past vintages. This was a hot growing season as was 2011. The Pian delle Vigne property on the lower slopes of the Brunello appellation seem to be very susceptible to hot vintages and this is made evident here. The mouthfeel is slimmed down and rather simple in presentation. This Brunello is best consumed in the short term. Mar 2017, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
Marchesi Antinori is a leading Italian producer, historically based in Tuscany, who rose to fame after creating Tignanello – one of the first Super Tuscans . Combining tradition and innovation to craft fine wine, the family-owned firm has been a force in the Italian wine industry for over 600 years.