Le Potazzine Gorelli Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2011 1.5L
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SKU 04388
1.5L
'Le Potazzine Gorelli always delivers a delicate touch with its territory-inspired wines.' – Wine Advocate This beautiful Riserva Brunello is made from a selection of 100% Sangiovese from two vineyards in Montalcino: ‘Le Prata’ with SE exposure at 500m above sea level; and ‘La Torre’ with SW exposure at 320m above seal level. Fermentation and maceration last 30 days. The wine then matures for 60 months in large oak cask before finishing in the bottle for 12 months before release.
Category | Red Wine |
Varietal | |
Region | Italy, Tuscany, Brunello di Montalcino |
Brand | Le Potazzine Gorelli |
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Wine EnthusiastCaptivating scents of pressed violet, dark spice, perfumed berry, new leather and balsamic eucalyptus notes reveal the wine's elegance and pedigree even before the first sip. The full-bodied palate boasts remarkable finesse and a weightless intensity, delivering juicy Marasca cherry, black raspberry, tobacco and licorice. It's impeccably balanced, with firm polished tannins and fresh acidity. Hold for even more complexity. Drink 2021–2036.
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Wine AdvocateThe ladies of Le Potazzine have broken with the pack. They are betting on this Riserva from the warm 2011 vintage over everything else (including vintages held in higher esteem by appellation authorities). The 2011 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is indeed a sure bet if you are looking for a Brunello that will knock your socks off. This is a sharp, precise and extremely defined Sangiovese. This is an inspired wine (with a mere 3,200 bottles produced). The bouquet is slow and steady but also very effective as it comes into full focus. Red cherry, blackberry, cassis, balsam herb and spice all merge seamlessly on the nose. The mouthfeel is polished and long. You can count it in many long minutes.