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Plenty of balsamic aromas preview this red, settling into a core of macerated cherry and plum fruit, framed by juniper, thyme, Scotch broom, tar and iodine. Racy and harmonious, with a solid layer of tannins underneath.
A serene and intensely structured Brunello with cherry, cedar, walnut and dry-earth aromas with some burnt-lemon undertones. Full-bodied, yet with very fine tannins that are extremely polished and beautiful. Goes on for minutes.
...aromatics of dried cherry, licorice, and menthol and cedar...palate is upfront with firmly structured tannins, crunchy red plum, tomato leaf, incense, and orange zest.
...smoked cedar, mahogany or teak followed by dark fruit, pressed blackberry and plum...robustly textured and muscular...with full-bodied intensity that transcends both the bouquet and the mouthfeel. There's a lot going on, especially in terms of the wine's smokiness and spiciness, and there is good acidity and tannic structure to frame it all.