Altesino, Brunello di Montalcino, Riserva 2017 Merlot although I enjoy its nervous

although I enjoy its nervous energy now

dominated by the presence of Nebbiolo

Tasted too late to make it into the December issue

While others love to trash the vintage

Exceptionally elegant with bright

Altesino, Brunello di Montalcino, Riserva 2017 Merlot although I enjoy its nervousReceived in Original Carton 95 Points Jeb Dunnuck There is a more forward personality to the 2017 Brunello Di Montalcino Riserva, which pours a slightly darker hue. Aromas of black cherry, scorched earth, and violets emerge from the glass. Medium to full bodied, it delivers more ripe concentration, with black raspberry, tea leaf, cedar, and rosemary. It is elegant yet expressive of the warm vintage, with fine, ripe tannins and ripe fresh fruit through