Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2016 (Tuscany, Italy) - [JS 98] [JD 97] [VM 96] [WA 95] [WS 95]

  About this winery:The Valdicava property lies on a high plane close to Montalcino. Wines from this area have as their signature characteristics a great balance between body and perfume. The winery dates back to 1953 when Bramante Abbruzzese was offered the opportunity to return to the property in Montalcino where his ancestors were sharecroppers centuries before. Today grandson Vincenzo Abbruzzese runs the show, producing up to 6000 cases each year with no chemical pesticides or fertilizers. Here's what reviewer Antonio Galloni has to say about this winery:"Proprietor Vincenzo Abbruzzese makes some of the richest Brunellos readers will come across. The straight Brunello is a blend of the estate's parcels, while the Madonna del Piano is a single-vineyard wine. Both Brunellos are aged in cask. In the cellar, the young wines always exude notable class and personality." Notes from the Winemaker:Attractive aromas of balsamic, tea, dark berry, walnut and coffee bean. Full bodied, yet tight