Italy, Tuscany, Brunello di Montalcino: Nouvelle Vague

Thanks to a group of “new wave” producers, we see a more complex and reliable side of Brunello di Montalcino with the excellent 2019 vintage....

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Italy, Tuscany, Brunello di Montalcino: Lackluster New Releases (with a Few Gems)

I was left wanting more from these wines, but among the 2018 Brunellos that constitute the bulk of this report, I found a few stars to collect....

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Italy, Tuscany: Brunello di Montalcino (2017 Annata and 2016 Riserva)

This is a tale of two widely different vintages, 2017 Brunello annata and 2016 Brunello Riserva, and how they relate to the future of the appellation....

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Italy, Tuscany, Montalcino: A Video Spotlight on Argiano

Tuscany is the beautiful home to some of Italy’s grandest wine estates, including the striking Argiano palace in the Brunello di Montalcino appellation....

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Italy, Tuscany, Montalcino: Five Questions for Soldera Case Basse

One of Italy’s most talented winemakers, Gianfranco Soldera’s best vintages represent a pinnacle of achievement for Sangiovese and the territory of Montalcino....

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Italy, Tuscany: Bellwether Brunello di Montalcino (the Classy 2016s and the Flashy 2015 Riservas)

New releases from Tuscany’s superstar appellation, 2016 Brunello di Montalcino and 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva, will hit the market in January 2021....

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