Brunello di Montalcino “Lupi e Sirene” Riserva DOCG 2019

Podere Le Ripi | Tuscany
Podere Le Ripi s.a. arl | Via Dante Alighieri, 5 | IT 34122 Triest

29632619 · 0,75 l · 126,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping< 24 units available

The Riserva Lupi e Sirene (Wolves and Mermaids) label is reminiscent of the good old days when Podere le Ripi was so remote that the howling of the wolves was the only sound you could hear at night.

Lupi e Sirene from the top 2019 vintage exudes a tantalising blend of exotic spices, crushed violets, medicinal black cherries and sweet mint. Its texture is silky and rich, beautifully balanced by the depth of ripe red and blue berries, as well as an enriching hint of almond paste. A certain decadence is complemented by saline minerals and bright acidity as the fine-grained tannins slowly assert themselves. The long, dramatic final is structured and packed with dark primary fruits, savoury herbs and a hint of mocha. Given a little more time to sort, this is one of the showpiece wines of the vintage! SUPERIORE.DE

"After a little aeration, a seductive aroma of cherries and blackberries, with a touch of herbal notes; polished texture, acidity and tannins in balance, elegant, fruity finish. Classically elegant style." Vinum

"Almost medium ruby red in colour. Spicy, fleshy nose over concentrated, perfumed raspberry. Supple and fluid, mineral raspberry fruit with loads of fine, pebbly tannins. Very long, perfumed and dramatic." Jancis Robinson

"The Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Lupi e Sirene 2019 is incredibly fresh. In the glass, it shows notes of blood orange, balsamic and mint before settling on rum-soaked cherries. It is pleasantly round and supple with an abundance of ripe strawberry and blueberry flavours supported by a core of brilliant acidity. Crisp mineral tones emerge on the finish, while the 2019 ends with a pleasantly acidic feel, allowing edgy tannins to resonate without distracting from its energetic personality." Vinous

"This Brunello is rather restrained today. The macerated cherry and plum fruit is paired with flavours of earth, iron and spices as well as a hint of liquorice. It is accompanied by lively acidity and a light touch of tannins on the elastic finish. This wine improves with aeration and gains length on the finish, so be patient." Wine Spectator

"The Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Lupi e Sirene 2019 is the stand-out bottle in this versatile portfolio. This wine draws its fruit from a second vineyard in Castelnuovo dell'Abate with reddish-brown, magnesium-rich, alkaline soils. These give the wine a strong character reminiscent of rusty nails or iron ore. These mineral tones fade into bright cherries, blackcurrants and candied espresso beans. In 2018, winemaker Sebastiano Nasello began experimenting with the partial use of whole bunches. The tannins are more astringent in this case and the wine should be able to mature for a long time. It offers impressive focus and lift." Wine Advocate