2016 Le Chiuse Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 750mL

• Producer: Le Chiuse

• Region: Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

• Varietal: 100% Sangiovese Grosso (The clone of Sangiovese used for Brunello)

• Vintage: 2016

• Alcohol Content: 13.5%14.5%

• Aging: Aged for 3 years in large Slovenian oak barrels and further aged in bottle for 2 years

• Certification: DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita), the highest classification for Italian wines

• Sustainability: Organic practices in the vineyard

• 100Point Jeb Dunnuck

  Review Date: 03/2021

  The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino is lifted with aromatics of soft medicinal herbs, fresh soil, cherry fruit, and dried flowers. The palate is fresh with black cherry fruit, tea leaf, orange peel, and mineral-rich, stony earth. There is well-integrated structure, with crispness, fresh acidity, and a beautifully long finish. This is one of my favorite wines of the vintage for its classic structure, high complexity, and nuanced, balanced style. (AF)

• Tasting Notes

  • Appearance: Deep ruby red with garnet reflections

  • Nose: Rich aromas of ripe cherries, wild berries, floral notes, and subtle earthy undertones, with hints of tobacco and spice. The wine opens up to reveal a complexity of balsamic, leather, and mineral aromas.

  • Palate: Full-bodied, with balanced acidity and firm, refined tannins. The flavors mirror the nose, with dark fruit, earthy tones, and a smooth, long finish.

  • Aging Potential: Excellent aging potential, this wine will continue to develop over the next 10-15 years.