Always a pleasure to try a mature Brunello. Ruby in color, mostly clear and bright. The nose has a bit of a stink to it but I enjoyed it. Dust, barnyard, dried cherries, cherries and spice. Medium to full bodied. Light tannins. Nice balance. On the palate, this is about at peak. Layers of cherries, tea leaves, and spice. Good finish. This is lovely and contemplative on its own but probably better with food. It would work well with Pasta with sundried tomatoes in an aglio e olio sauce.
100% Aglianico. A couple of the tasters thought this bottle reminded them of an Amarone. Of course, after they pointed that out, I agreed. ;-) Deep ruby and purple swirls, mostly opaque and bright. The nose has black cherries, slight tobacco, char and a hint of mint(?). Firm tannins. Nice acidity. Flavors of black cherries, slight sour cherries, earthiness with slight char. Good finish. This is nice on its own and will work with food. A nice plate of a favorite pasta would be perfect. Drink over the next seven to ten years.
100% Aglianico. Ruby/purple in color, mostly opaque and bright. The nose is slightly dusty with black cherries, black raspberries and a touch of char. Full bodied. Thick tannins. Good acidity. On the palate, a softer texture. Complex. Flavors of black cherries, black raspberries with slight char. Long finish. This is drinking well but still on the younger side. Drink over the next ten to fifteen years. It is better with food. Big flavors will work well. This would go well with Brisket.
100% Aglianico. Inky purple in color with some ruby hues, mostly opaque and bright. The nose is dusty with black cherries, raspberries, tar and slight smoke. Medium to full bodied. Firm but not over powering tannins. On the palate, this is tasty if still young. Flavors of black cherries and black raspberries with slight char. Long finish. This could use a few years in the cellar or give it plenty of airr if drinking soon. Drink over the next ten to twelve years. It is very food friendly and will work with hearty meals. Roasted Butternut Squash would go well. Great value!
