2011 Baccinetti "La Saporoia" Brunello di Montalcino
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James Suckling
Reviewed February 2016A very ripe, rich wine with cherry-liqueur and salt character. Full body and lots of fruit. A crowd-pleaser – very yummy. Drink now.
Professional Reviews
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Wine Enthusiast
This opens with aromas of toast, prune, scorched earth and chopped mint. The juicy palate offers dried black cherry, star anise and a hint of sweet baking spice alongside supple tannins. Straightforward and already approachable, it will offer enjoyable sipping in the near term. Drink through 2020. (KO)
Staff Reviews
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John Downing
John Downing
Due to the warmth of 2011, this wine is ready-to-go now (although it has enough structure to carry on for a couple more years). It's immediately inviting with loads of savory and spiced red fruit and just the right amount of acidity and ripe grippy tannins. After the first sip, I couldn't put it down! This is a terrific Brunello buy at $40 for those looking for one to open and enjoy. Classic.
Notes
The Baccinetti family has worked their family farm south of Montalcino since 1935, but 2004 was their first vintage of estate-grown wine. Planted with 100% Sangiovese, the vineyard contributes to the Rosso, a K&L staff and customer favorite nicknamed "Catzilla," as well as its big brother, the Brunello.
Details
| Origin | Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy |
|---|---|
| Type/Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Alcohol Content | 14.5% |
| SKU | 1285221 |