2011 Brunello di Montalcino
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Renieri always delivers thickly extracted wines that boast their own distinctive style. The 2011 Brunello di Montalcino is no exception. This is a beautiful effort. Dark cherry, plum and blackberry find excellent integration with dark spice, smoke, licorice and Spanish cedar. The bouquet is articulate and complex with thick layers that peel back one at a time. This Brunello shows a tight and structured mouthfeel with fresh acidity and a long-lasting, silky texture.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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A powerful, authoritative wine, Renieri's 2011 Brunello di Montalcino possesses terrific depth and overall intensity. Sweet red cherries, mint and dried herbs open up first, followed by expressive floral notes that add attractive aromatic overtones as the wine continues to open up. The 2011 is both deep yet also medium in body, with a layered feel that only adds to its considerable appeal. This is a strong showing from Renieri and proprietor Marco Bacci.
Tasted blind. Dark ruby with orange tinges. Deep and sweet on the nose and a little singed. Dried fruit and cherry on the palate with grainy tannins and completely ready now. (WS)