1997 Brunello di Montalcino
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Salvioni's 1997 Brunello di Montalcino is deep, unctuous and super-concentrated. For a wine of its size, ripeness and vintage, the 1997 has aged exceptionally well. The bold, flamboyant style will appeal most to readers who enjoy opulent wines. At nearly twenty years of age, the 1997 is stunningly beautiful. The 1997 is at times a bit heavy and one dimensional, but it is in a great shape today, which is pretty much the highest compliment I can pay it.
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Very, very deep crimson. Very, very full and almost overripe. Thick, lively, vibrant. Dry finish. Quite inky. Quite true to Brunello. Very, very chewy. (JR)
This 25-acre estate has fashioned a concentrated, dense, serious 1997 Brunello di Montalcino that justifies the hysterical praise this vintage has received. With a deep ruby/purple color as well as a sweet nose of black fruits, sage, lavender, leather, and minerals, this full-bodied, authoritatively powerful, concentrated Brunello is generous, compelling, and sensuous (a word I rarely use to describe Brunello di Montalcino). Cellaring is required for this big Italian red. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2020. Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200