Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG 2016 · 6 bottles in OWC
Castello Romitorio | Tuscany
Soc. Agr. Castello Romitorio srl. | Loc. Romitorio 279 I IT 53024 Montalcino
Sandro Chia's vineyards have now reached their full potential, and the Riserva from the top 2016 vintage puts the crown on it all. This year, the winery's always clear style and the cool vineyard sites have found a truly perfect unity, which you have to look for a long time even in Montalcino. The fullness and generosity of the bouquet is impressive: delicious layers of dark berries, spices, dried herbs and dark chocolate combine to form an intense composition, which is then rounded off on the palate. Slender and fine on the palate, yet with a subtle opulence that reveals new depths with each sip. Expression and length underline the qualities of this truly super Brunello, which completely captivated us. If you have time, wait for further revelations that bottle ageing will undoubtedly bring! SUPERIORE.DE
"Beguiling raspberry violet pepper nose; the attack juicy, the tannins tight and well integrated as the acidity, lots of character, suppleness and length on the final, the wood skilfully integrated." Vinum
"This red is succulent and bursting with vibrant cherry, strawberry, floral and mineral aromas and flavors. Firm and lean, with terrific intensity and a long, tangy aftertaste. Harmonious enough to enjoy now, yet it should reach its peak in three to five years." Wine Spectator
"Castello Romitorio harvests in two stages. The first is an early selection of the smallest, loosest bunches across the oldest vineyards and fills one single tank. In years when the estate Brunello can stand alone, this is bottled separately as a Riserva. The tenth since 1987, the 2016 is wondrously earthy in its overture of clay, mineral rock and iron. It evolves into an autumnal smokiness then lands on balsamic herbs and crunchy red woodland berries. Youthful vigour and verve do not conceal intrinsic finesse. Acid crunch and dramatic mouth-caressing tannins will see this through the long haul." Decanter
"The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva works beautifully to produce a lasting sense of harmony that reflects the best qualities of this classic vintage. Part of that playlist is power, and indeed this wine registers 15% alcohol, which is high, but the freshness of these vineyard sites and the wine's acidity does a good job of mitigating that power. The fruit is polished and refined in this Riserva, and there is a pretty mix of both primary and even some distant tertiary character to shape a bouquet that is pure but also complex." Wine Advocate
"The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva lifts up with elegance and richness, as sweet lavender and violets give way to a more savory display of black cherries, Tuscan dust and cedar box with hints of cooling mint. This rushes the palate with sweet red fruits and spices, silky yet lifted, and displaying a delicacy not expected from the Riserva category, yet quite welcome. Beneath is a core of power and density just waiting to unfold. Minerality comes through in the finale, mingling with a fine coating of tannin and hints of spicy citrus. This harmonious Brunello will have a very long life. The Riserva is a selection of two Brunello barrels, one tonneau and one large cask, from Romitorio’s cellar. Simply stunning." Vinous
"A Riserva of great gustatory impact, without compromises, from the northwest area of the appellation. Great concentration on the nose, black currant, notes of laurel and rhubarb. The mouthfeel has salty tannins but also excellent density, with a return to fruitiness and undergrowth." Luca Gardini
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