Col d'Orcia - Brunello di Montalcino Poggio al Vento Riserva 2016 (750ml)
Price: $145.00
| Producer | Col d'Orcia |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Subregion | Montalcino |
| Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Sku | 8445 |
| Size | 750ml |
Vinous: 97 Points
Classic to the core the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Poggio al Vento takes its time in the glass slowly gaining in depth and nuance as dusty roses and leather give way to dried strawberries then hints of cedar and spiced blood orange. It?s elegant and refined with polished red berry fruits and silken textural waves contrasted by sour orange notes. A core of vibrant acidity maintains a wonderfully fresh persona. This finishes long and staining yet also youthfully structured. A coating of fine tannins grips the remnants of red currant and spice. Ultimately the 2016 Poggio al Vento leaves the taster longing for another sip while lamenting its impossibly youthful state. It will be many years before we can fully enjoy the depth and complexity currently in reserve but I hope to be there when the day finally comes. (Drink between 2028-2042)
Wine Spectator: 97 Points
Packed with vibrant cherry strawberry rose mineral and tobacco aromas and flavors this red is racy and pure with a superb aftertaste. Defined by its bracing acidity and precise fruit flavors this still has some tannins to resolve. So youthful and fresh it feels like this has hardly budged in its evolution. Best from 2027 through 2045. 2100 cases made 300 cases imported.
Jeb Dunnuck: 96 Points
There is another level of refinement to the 2016 Brunello Di Montalcino with layers of pure cherry incense and leather woven together with rosemary and herbs. It has fine tannins and is elegant yet structured offering a wine with precision and length. Well-balanced its warming spice harkens to its more southern location and sense of place. Drink 2025-2045. (Drink between 2025-2045)
vDecanter: 96 Points
The epitome of a true Riserva Col d'Orcia?s just-released 2016 Poggio al Vento has brilliantly endured long ageing in both cask and bottle. It is only just coming into its own and in fact it should continue to develop leisurely and captivatingly for many years. As it sheds chestnut flint and tobacco nuances a heady bouquet of exotic potpourri and dried Mediterranean herbs emerges. The palate is laden with red summer berries while long textured tannins flex their commanding muscles but remain classy. With all the depth and detail that distinguishes 2016 this filled me with nostalgia for that glorious vintage. (Drink between 2026-2041)
