2010 Fattoria La Gerla Brunello di Montalcino Riserva gli Angeli
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The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Gli Angeli shows a plump and round side to the often austere 2010 vintage. This wine is slightly more influenced by baking spice and sweet oak. It is more approachable as a result. It will appeal to those looking for a Brunello Riserva from this celebrated vintage to drink in the medium or long term. The wine is generously redolent of dark cherry, tobacco and spice. It shows yielding textural richness and a generous, opulent personality.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Dark cherry, plum, smoke, savory herbs, licorice and cedar make a strong first impression in La Gerla's 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Gli Angeli. The bouquet alone is entrancing. Mysterious, deep and totally seductive, the 2010 possesses remarkable depth and tons of nuance. With time in the glass, the Riserva shows riper, more exotic notes. This is an especially virile Brunello, but the tannins aren't that imposing, which means the 2010 will drink well with just a few more years in bottle.
Tasted blind. Dark ruby with orange tinges. Perfumed and balsamic nose while quite sweet on the palate. Lots of concentration and not lacking in acidity either, but not that complex overall. (WS)