Talenti Brunello di Montalcino 2015

Description

Pierluigi Talenti purchased the pian del Conte estate in the 1950s . As one of the most influential wine makers in Montalcino he was always a staunch traditionalist . During his time at the legendary Il Poggione estate , he resisted the trend of rich, powerful wines , but looked for elegance and finesse and continued this style at his own estate .

Today Riccardo his son is in charge at the 40 hectare property of which approximately 20 hectares are under vine and looks after the estate with utmost respect for tradition while making subtle changes to express even further the subtleties of the 11 different plots. The vineyards are located at altitudes between 300 to 420 meters above sea level and the soil is sandy loam and galestro . The wines age in a mix of 500 litres and 25 hectoliter Slavonian Oak barrels.
95 pts Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media: “Bright vibrant Ruby red, inviting aromas of red plum , mocha red currant jam, tobacco, and gently smoky herbs. Bright, silky and suave , with mellow flavours of red currant, red plum, tobacco and mocha. Multilayered an extremely stylish wine, finishing with polished tannins , outstanding balance and subtle persistence. So well balanced in fact, this gorgeous Brunello is almost deceptively easy to drink and can practically be accessed even now. Very well done”

96 points James Suckling: “ There’s freshness galore here in the form of orange zest and citrus peel. But this Brunello isn’t short on power either; red licorice, cardamom and dried hibiscus pepper the nose. To support the ripe fruit are layers of sinewy tannins and gliding acidity, making for an altogether sophisticated and edgy impression. Refined and elegant on the long finish. Drink from 2023.” (10/2019)

95 points, Decanter Wine Magazine: ” Talenti’s Brunello is assembled from five different vineyards between Sant’Angelo in Colle and Castelnuovo dell’Abate. With varying soils, they also range in altitude from 250 to 400 metres. The lower sites develop higher alcohol and sweeter, riper fruit whereas the higher plots impart more acidity and fresh fruit. This is a delectable panoramic of 2015, bursting with evocative scents of chopped herbs, orange oil and forest berries. On the palate strawberry and raspberry are delicately laced with vanilla. Bright, juicy acidity keeps this light on its feet, while powdery tannins cleanse the mouth. Absolutely moreish, and for value for money, this is a must-buy. (MM)” (4/2020)

RRP $125   Our Price $109.99 –  Limited stock!