Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino - 1997 (750ml) Size:750ml In Vya Extra Dry the

In Vya Extra Dry the flowers and leaves of the plants are used for the infusion

caressing finish

My original ratings appear to have been dead on the money for both of these efforts from Chateau Latour

Now at 12 years of age

Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino - 1997 (750ml) Size:750ml In Vya Extra Dry theThe 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta di Castelgiocondo is a focused and determined wine that is laced with black cherry, sweet spice, candied fruit, menthol notes, root beer and licorice. The brightness and overall buoyant lift to the bouquet is very attractive. Brunello Castelgiocondo changes gear in the mouth where instead of brawn and power, it delivers a compact and smooth finish. The wine is at its peak drinking moment now, or perhaps slightly