1998 Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino

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Tasting notes
Score 16/20 · Drink 2006-2012, Jancis Robinson MW, Feb 2003

Deep, bright crimson. Well made and extremely juicy with a hint of woodsmoke. The tannins are almost completely hidden. Competent rather than exciting. (JR)

Critic scores

Critic scores
16
16/20

Jancis Robinson MW

86
86/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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86 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 86/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Full ruby-red. Blackberry, smoky oak and an animal note on the nose. Moderately intense but slightly dry-edged and clenched; seems dominated today by its structure. Finishes with peppery, drying tannins, decent persistence and an herbal edge. Offers good clarity of flavor but only modest flavor development.

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Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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