La Velona
Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese
Montalcino, Siena, Tuscany, Italy
This wine has some years on it, and it shows. In the glass, the ruby core goes to brick red along the edge. The nose has savory notes of forest floor, tea, tar, and thyme. The palate is a bit thin. Tart, red fruit has faded over the nearly two decades since its vintage. There are still spices, and some herbal elements to be enjoyed. The tannins are firm enough for food, yet gentle enough for sipping.
This wine has some years on it, and it shows. In the glass, the ruby core goes to brick red along the edge. The nose has savory notes of forest floor, tea, tar, and thyme. The palate is a bit thin. Tart, red fruit has faded over the nearly two decades since its vintage. There are still spices, and some herbal elements to be enjoyed. The tannins are firm enough for food, yet gentle enough for sipping.
Oct 15th, 2024
The 2005 is in the sweet spot. Delicate and complex with stereotypical Brunello characteristics.
The 2005 is in the sweet spot. Delicate and complex with stereotypical Brunello characteristics.
Jul 16th, 2017
Drank this at the Palio, 2011. My horse finished second. This wine, at dinner that night, made up for it!
Drank this at the Palio, 2011. My horse finished second. This wine, at dinner that night, made up for it!
Dec 6th, 2012
