Castiglion del Bosco, Brunello Montalcino Millecento Riserva Vintage:2016 Very high VA

Very high VA

Luciano Sandrone and his daughter Barbara tell me that the 2014 harvest needs explaining

blossomy for now

on the youthfully austere and mildly awkward finish as there is just enough dryness to mention

and although those elements will become finer and more elegant with time

Castiglion del Bosco, Brunello Montalcino Millecento Riserva Vintage:2016 Very high VAThis red reveals both power and finesse, with intense aromas of truffle, black currant, violet and iron leading off, backed by saturated dark berry fruit, floral, leather and tobacco flavors. Big, muscular tannins grab hold of the finish, with ample fruit in reserve. Best from 2026 through 2045. 834 cases made, 15 cases imported. Published on June 30, 2022