2006 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany, Italy

Quite developed, tart, dark, fleshy and somewhat tarry aroma of predominantly black berries with a hint of plums and pickled cherries, Mediterranean herbs, moderate barrel tones and a little soya and pepper. Firm, juicy, dense, ripe fruit, present, fine sandy, ripe tannin, some liquorice and clearly ethereal spice on the palate, reminiscent of eucalyptus and pepper, persistent, has power, but also a certain acid bite, some nougat in the background, good depth, very good finish. Slightly past its prime, which is why it diminishes a little with air, but still in excellent form.

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