Altesino 2001 Brunello Di Montalcino

WE 91pts. - WS 90pts. - Made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso grapes harvested from the Altesino, Montosoli vineyards and others. The wine is aged in large Slovenian barrels where it remains for 3 and a half years prior to bottling. The ruby red color of this wine tends toward garnet with age. The bouquet displays ample aromas of violet and vanilla. On the palate, it is rich and velvety with balanced fruit, acidity and tannin.