2017 Brunello di Montalcino Altesino

The whole crunchiness of the fruit of the north-east area of Montalcino in this refined and powerful reading of Brunello from one of the most reliable signatures of the denomination. Small red fruits to the nose, with notes of raspberry and arbutus, then touches of nutmeg and floral, of carnation. Juicy mouthfeel, sapid tannins, spicy return.

Slightly shy on first impact showing notes of mandarin juice, geraniums, magnolia and elderflowers. Delicate and persuasive with a medium body, light tannins and a genuine finale, only a little retouched that asks for a return to the glass. Very subtle alcoholic perception in the after-tasting, without that it would be one of the best from 2017 without a shadow of doubt. Better from 2022.

Slightly shy on first impact showing notes of mandarin juice, geraniums, magnolia and elderflowers. Delicate and persuasive with a medium body, light tannins and a genuine finale, only a little retouched that asks for a return to the glass. Very subtle alcoholic perception in the after-tasting, without that it would be one of the best from 2017 without a shadow of doubt. Better from 2022.

The 2017 Brunello di Montalcino holds your attention with its sweetly seductive mix of wild strawberries, stems and all, dusty dried flowers and hints of gingery spice. This is pleasantly ripe in style yet balanced throughout, with cherries and cloves offset by a hint of candied citrus and bright acids that create a jovial impression. Its tannins are round, complemented by notes of licorice and hard red candies, as this finishes lightly structured and long. Altesino firmly believes in blending vineyards throughout Montalcino to create the most balanced Brunello from each vintage. In 2017 that approach sure paid off.

A concentrated bead of blackberries and minerals pervades the nose and palate. Medium-to full-bodied with well-integrated tannins and a balanced finish. Tight and very focused. Classic Brunello for the vintage. Best from 2023.

The Altesino 2017 Brunello di Montalcino is ripe and round with lots of pretty textural richness and juicy fruit flavors. These qualities tie in nicely with the character of the vintage that saw long and hot summer days. Dark fruit, plum and blackcurrant pave the way for savory spice, tobacco and limestone. The effect is soothing and rich, and the wine remains perfumed and silky to the end. The tannins are well managed in this hot-vintage wine.

Brunello 2017 fra Altesino er et godt køb. Næsen har krydret duft af ribs, kirsebær og træ. Munden er virkeligt saftig og overraskende tilgængelig allerede nu.