PODERE BRIZIO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO - 2006

14.5% alcohol.   100% Sangiovese.


TASTING NOTES:


Dark red color with rich mocha, blackberry, toasted oak, black cherry and spice.  Ripe plum on the mid-palate and finish.  Smooth yet bold and structured.  


SCORE & RECOMMENDATION:


92 PTS
This earthy, terrior-driven red was rated 95 PTS from WE and 94 from WS.  While it is definitely a fine red with some elegance, complexity and richness, it does not have the "wow" factor to justify a higher score. Retails for around $50 a bottle making it an expensive offering and tough to recommend.