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Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 1994 75cl

DOCG | Brunello di Montalcino | Tuscany | Italy
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90 Robert Parker
One of the most exotic, complex, and individualistic Brunellos produced, Soldera's just released 1994 Case Basse Riserva offers intense aromatic fireworks. A dark ruby/garnet color is followed by a stunning nose of spice box, cedar, soy, cinnamon, red and black fruits, earth, and truffle scents. Few wines achieve the aromatic intensity and complexity of Soldera's Brunello di Montalcinos. In the mouth, the 1994 is medium to full-bodied, moderately tannic, with sweet ripeness, a firm tannic underpinning, and a pure, concentrated finish. Drink it over the next 15-18 years.
79 Wine Spectator
Slightly volatile aromas, with shoe polish and mushroom character over ripe fruit. Medium-bodied. Dry and hard finish. Disappointing for this producer. –JS
Producer
Case Basse - Gianfranco Soldera
Founded in 1972 by Gianfrano Soldera, the Casse Basse property sits on the southwestern part of the Montalcino area. Consisting of 24 hectares, of which 12 are planted to vines, Soldera has, and continues to produce some of the most provocative Brunellos on the market. Using time to his advantage, Soldera ages his wine in large, old Slavonian oak for up to six years, as compared to modern age techniques that use French barriques and much less time. In the end, his wines combine great concentration, richness and aromatic complexity – making them among the greatest Brunellos of all time.