2013 Brunello di Montalcino
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Scarnacuoia cru at 400–500 m elevation. Pale-mid brick-garnet. Fresh earth, grilled meat, cinnamon, some balsamic vinegar and dried red cherry. Quite firm, but very fine tannins, with complexity of balsamic vinegar, dried red cherry, flint and earth, and a long, scented finish. Good stuff. (TJ)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Tim Jackson MW, jancisrobinson.com
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The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino from Podere Scopetone opens to evolved notes of dried cherry, cured meat and grilled herb. This mid-weight wine presents a smooth and silky texture that covers the palate from start to finish. There is some primary fruit still on display that is reinforced by the wine's bright acidity and the tonic freshness it imparts to the palate. This is a perfect pairing partner to grilled veal or pork. This Brunello ages in Slavonian oak casks for two years. Only 5,600 bottles were made.
Just mid ruby with orange tinges. Leafy, cool, red-fruit nose and a little stalky. Juicy and a little vibrant and just a tiny bit tart on the finish, but there is real energy and without anything harsh. Super-elegant. (WS) (JR)