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"many of the 2017s he tasted were chewy and slightly aggressive, meaning they need more time in the bottle to come together. And many are also very full-bodied with a dense mouthfeel. They are a world away from the sleek, pure, structured and sophisticated 2016 Brunello Riservas he is also tasting....
Although all of this is worrying to Brunello lovers, there are a number of outstanding Brunellos from 2017 out there. They have freshness and balance and are not overdone. They are the result of careful work in the vineyards as well as precise winemaking in the cellar. It also helped if producers had high-altitude and/or north-facing vineyards. Regardless, it took a lot of work to make a top wine in 2017."
James Suckling, jamessuckling.com
The two producers below are perfect examples of two exceptional wines that buck the trend of 2017.
All wines below are available now at our special offer prices for the next 7 days only. To place your order simply click on the links below or return the attached form, by email, by fax on 03 9419 6970 or call us on 03 9419 6990.
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Conti Costanti
The historic Costanti Family can trace its winemaking roots in Montalcino as far back as the Renaissance; however, until the early 1960s, their wines were barely seen on the market. Instead, they were tightly held and only traded within a close circle of friends and family. Today Andrea Costanti heads the estate and creates beautiful wines of elegance, complexity and longevity alongside trusted oenological consultant Vittorio Fiore.
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2017 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
750ml Offer Price $249
Magnum Offer Price $599
Extremely Limited (1 per Customer Only)
"Extremely elegant and focused, this compelling wine defies the heat of the vintage, starting with a heady fragrance of ripe dark-skinned berries, violet, camphor, dark spice and whiffs of crushed herbs. On the linear, elegantly structured palate, tightly woven but extremely polished tannins accompany juicy Marasca cherry, blood orange, licorice and white pepper while fresh acidity keeps it balanced and fresh."
97 Points
Kerin O'Keefe, The Wine Enthusiast
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2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG
Extremely Limited (1 per Customer Only)
Offer Price $499
"This perfumed wine opens with layers of scents, including violet, woodland berries, new leather, forest floor and warm spices. Smooth and elegantly structured, the savory palate boasts juicy black-skinned berry, blood orange, licorice, tobacco and the barest hint of coffee bean alongside taut, fine-grained tannins. Bright acidity keeps it impeccably balanced. Drink 2026–2046"
100 Points
Kerin O'Keefe, The Wine Enthusiast
98 Points
Eric Guido, vinous.com
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Fuligni
This beautiful property, surrounding a 16th century Medici villa, was founded in 1923 by a descendant of the Venetian Fulignis. Although the wine labels still bear that city’s symbol, the lion of St. Marco, the family has long been thoroughly Tuscan. Now directed by Maria Flora Fuligni and nephew Roberto Guerrini Fuligni, this venerable estate produces superb wines considered among the best in Montalcino.
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2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG
Extremely Limited (1 per Customer Only) $499
"Delicate aromas recalling forest berry, rose, violet and wild herb shape the enticing nose. The savory, elegantly structured palate features juicy red cherry, spiced cranberry, star anise and a hint of tobacco set against taut, fine-grained tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it well balanced and focused. A wonderful expression of the fantastic vintage from one of Montalcino's most historic producers, it boasts great aging potential."
99 Points
Kerin O'Keefe, The Wine Enthusiast
98+ Points
Eric Guido, vinous.com
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These wines are available now at our special offer prices for the next 7 days only. To place your order simply click on the links above or return the attached form, by email, by fax on 03 9419 6970 or call us on 03 9419 6990.
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