Brunello di Montalino Riserva 2004 - Italian Wine Merchants (IWM)

January 27, 2010

Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2004
One of the hallmarks of a great wine is the excitement evoked by the arrival of its latest vintage. By that measure, Brunello di Montalcino may be the greatest wine made in Italy, as the debut of the new Brunellos is always one of the most highly anticipated events of the year.

Altesino Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2004

The Altesino Brunello di Montalcino Riserva was aged in Slavonian oak for 3 years, followed by 6 months in bottle. It is earthy and complex and possesses structural components that will allow it to age for several decades.

$80.24

Biondi-Santi Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2004

In the 2004 vintage, Brunello's classic expression is presented, as notes of dark cherry and cedar are marked on the nose and palate.

$425.87

Castello di Camigliano Brunello di Montalcino Gualto 2004

Camigliano's Brunello di Montalcino Gualto debuted with the 1998 vintage, and derives from a strict process of selection, thereby representing each site’s premier offerings. An extended maceration period of 21 to 25 days is followed by a three-year aging period in Slavonian oak. Prior to release, the wine receives an additional two years’ aging in bottle. The Gualto is regarded as a classic example of Montalcino’s historic persona, realizing a long-term maturation marked by elegance and complexity.

$77.81

Capanna Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2004

In accordance with its classical precepts, the Capanna Brunello is aged for a period of 4 years in Slavonian oak followed by further refinement in bottle prior to release. It exhibits an understated power, reflected in its uncommon grace its elegant expression of plums, berries and spice.

$76.60

Costanti Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2004

Deep garnet-red hue. An expressive nose at first, with plenty of dark, ripe, crunchy fruits, but also powerful floral aromas. There's a tobacco and smoke edge which suggests oak. Medium bodied, smooth and elegant on entry. On the midpalate there is still evident structure—supple but firm and spicy tannins, and strong acidity. Some notes of ripe, red fruits, smoke and rose-petal tobacco mirroring the nose. The tannins give a spicy feel to the finish.

$112.98

$228.20

Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2004

Fuligni's Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2004 shows remarkable elegance and complexity with notes of dark cherry, cedar and mint.

$123.90

Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2004

Fuligni's Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2004 shows remarkable elegance
and complexity with notes of dark cherry, cedar and mint.

$240.65

Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna I Paganelli 2004

The Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is stemmed from 40-year-old vines in the "I Paganelli" vineyard. The wine is aged for 4 years in French Allier oak barrels followed by extended aging in bottle.

$102.07

$228.20

$446.49

La Gerla Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna degli Angeli 2004

The Gli Angeli vineyard is the estate's most significant cru. It is covers just one hectare and is situated adjacent to the small "Degli Angeli" church which is the symbol of the Canalicchio area. This cru is extremely privileged, as it benefits from exceptional terroir, sun exposure and slope. Vine age and low yield also contribute to this wine's unique expression.

$88.73

Lisini Brunello di Montalcino Ugolaia 2004

Lisini is positioned in the southern area of the Montalcino zone, which offers a full-fledged Mediterranean climate; the wines generally display a dense, fruity, low-acid character. Derived from the eponymous cru, which was planted with rigorously selected vines, the Ugolaia ages for a period of 36 months in Slovenian oak, followed by 18 months’ bottle age. It is full-bodied and displays classic flavors.

$116.62

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