2004 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva
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The 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva emerges from the glass with a broad-shouldered, personality. Quite understandably, the fruit here is richer and deeper than in the 2005 Brunello, yet the wine's volume has been achieved while retaining gorgeous clarity and precision. Sweet spices, licorice, menthol and tar add complexity on the generous, enveloping finish. This is a wonderful effort from Caparzo. In 2004 the Riserva was sourced from Il Cassero (60%) and Caparzo (40%). The Riserva is typically a selection of the best casks in the cellar, and was not produced in 2005.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva emerges from the glass with a broad-shouldered personality. Quite understandably, the fruit here is richer and deeper than in the 2005 Brunello, yet the wine’s volume has been achieved while retaining gorgeous clarity and precision. Sweet spices, licorice, menthol and tar add complexity on the generous, enveloping finish. This is a wonderful effort from Caparzo. In 2004 the Riserva was sourced from Il Cassero (60%) and Caparzo (40%) but the wine is best described as a selection of the best casks in the cellar. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. This is another strong set of wines from Caparzo, a property that has come on strong again in recent years. Importer: Vineyard Brands, Birmingham AL; tel. (205) 980-8802
Dark and slightly lacklustre ruby. Very backward, closed nose. Concentrated, intense dark fruit, with astringent and slightly bitter tannins. (WS)