Altesino Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 750ml (750ml)

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Producer	Altesino
Country	Italy
Region	Toscana
Varietal	Sangiovese (Grosso)
Vintage	2016
Sku	RD13646
Size	750ml

 

The Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 is a profound and impeccably proportioned wine from one of the greatest vintages of the modern era. The nose is layered and precise, revealing ripe red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, and blood orange, interwoven with notes of sweet spice, tobacco, and subtle earth. On the palate, the wine is powerful yet remarkably refined, with ultra-fine tannins and vibrant acidity creating a sense of effortless balance. Flavors of cranberry, plum, balsamic tones, and mineral nuances unfold with clarity and depth. The texture is seamless, combining concentration with elegance rather than weight. The finish is extraordinarily long, savory, and resonant—an exceptional Riserva built for decades of graceful evolution.

Altesino is one of Montalcino’s most historically significant estates, widely credited with pioneering the concept of single-vineyard Brunello and elevating the appellation’s global reputation. Founded in the 1970s and located in the northern sector of Montalcino, Altesino benefits from varied exposures and galestro-rich soils that favor aromatic lift and structural precision. The estate’s philosophy blends tradition with thoughtful innovation, emphasizing meticulous vineyard work, low yields, and long aging in large oak casks. Altesino’s wines are known for their balance, clarity, and longevity rather than sheer power. The Riserva is produced only in exceptional vintages and represents the pinnacle of the estate’s production. It reflects both rigorous selection and a deep respect for time.