2008 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Phenomena

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Score 85/100 · Drink 2014, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, May 2014

Sesti's 2008 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Phenomena is lean, compact and dried out, which is a shame, as the remnants of what was appears to have once been quality fruit appear from time to time.

Critic scores

Critic scores
87
87/100

Average Score

17
17/20

Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com

17
17/20

Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com

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17 points
Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Score 17/20 · Drink 2014-2028, Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com, Feb 2014

Mature-looking mid ruby with orange rim. Little nutty with hints of undergrowth, but there is complexity. Really deserves decanting. Notes of dried fruit and cherry on the palate. there is some development here. Sweet fruit backed up by brilliant acidity and grip. (WS)

89 points
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
Score 89/100 · Drink 2016-2020, Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Feb 2014

The 2008 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Phenomena is a dark and powerful wine with masculine tones of maraschino cherry, scorched earth and a warm, alcoholic finish. It also offers a noticeable dose of sweetness that comes in the tannins and on the chewy finish. Drink: 2016-2020. Based on constellations and astrology, Sesti (located at the Castello di Argiano) produces some of the best wine label designs in Tuscany. Importer: Kermit Lynch Wine Merchant, www.kermitlynch.com

16.5 points
Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Score 16.5/20 · Drink 2014-2018, Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com, Jan 2014

Mid ruby with broad orange rim. Herbs and dark chocolate. A good dose of acidity giving energy to the ripe fruit. Tannic, proper muscular finish. (WS)

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Sesti
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Grape Blend

Sangiovese

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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