This Riserva is a delicate exercise of grace, with structure, fruit and acidity dancing harmoniously on a thin line, suspended in time.
It’s intensely flavoured with sour cherries and violets on the forefront, followed by hints of oriental spices, tar, liquorice and, in the end, flint. On the palate it is precise and expressive, showing class and energy in a tasting experience which goes on and on, ending on a deliciously savoury note.
With a bright ruby red colour this Riserva cleverly combines its impressive structure, characteristic of the 2006 vintage, and the lively acidity typical of Biondi-Santi, in a wine with great finesse and depth. The fruity notes are still fresh and well developed, underlined by balsamic hints and light floral sensations reminiscent of the vineyard in spring. It’s well-balanced on the palate, sphere-shaped, soft and enveloping, leading us to a long-lingering, elegant and mineral aftertaste.
The Wine Advocate said: ” I find the 2016 Brunello vintage very elegant, fine and expressive. An exceptional vintage.”
Casato Prime Donne is the first Italian winery staffed entirely by women and has reached International success thanks to the quality of its Brunello di Montalcino. The nose opens to delicate flowers and violets with wild cherry and a hint of eucalyptus. It is elegant and clean, offering ripe Marasca cherry, licorice and dried mint framed in well balanced tannins. After the fantastic 2015 vintage 2016 is even better. Drink through 2035.
” 94/100 Wine Advocate Robert Parker”, ” 94/100 James Suckling”
Casato Prime Donne is the first Italian winery staffed entirely by women and has reached International success thanks to the quality of its Brunello. The nose opens to delicate flowers and violets with wild cherry and a hint of eucalyptus. It is elegant and clean, offering ripe Marasca cherry, licorice and dried mint framed in well balanced tannins. The 2015 vintage is an historical year for Brunello and nobody should miss it.
Drink through 2030
Casato Prime Donne is the first Italian winery staffed entirely by women and has reached International success thanks to the quality of its Brunello. The nose opens to delicate flowers and violets with wild cherry and a hint of eucalyptus. It’s elegant and clean, offering ripe Marasca cherry, licorice and dried mint framed in well balanced tannins. The 2015 vintage is an historical year for Brunello and nobody should miss it.
” 94/100 Robert Parker and Monica Larner”, ” 95/100 James Suckling”, ” 93/100 Decanter”
Drink through 2027
In the Brunello territory the 2012 vintage is considered a top year with 5 stars, and this wine really is something special. The nose shows a round, complex and persistent aromas, rich in spices with hints of vanilla and nuances of ripe berries. Elegant and harmonious palate with good tannins and long finish.
It offers a complex bouquet of red fruits, cherry, plum, and spices with floral undertones. On the palate, it impresses with a firm structure, velvety tannins, and vibrant acidity. This wine ages gracefully, becoming more refined with time. Perfect with Tuscan cuisine, pairing beautifully with roasted meats, game, and pasta with rich sauces.
Elegant with its tannic character, structured, and persistent. It leaves a dry and velvety mouthfeel on the nose. A wine with excellent aging potential that will further improve over time. Perfectly paired with pasta dishes, grilled or roasted red meats, game, and aged cheeses. Dark chocolate pairs wonderfully as well. It is recommended to open it at least 60 minutes before tasting to fully enjoy its potential.
Fragrant purple-flowers, wild-berry and crushed herb aromas lead the nose on this lithe, savory red. The elegant palate shows ripe Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry and ground clove flavours alongside silky tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced.
The “junior” version of Brunello di Montalcino. Fruit from young vines might be used, or perhaps vineyard plots which catch less sun. These wines are designed to be more approachable when young and aging requirements are shorter.
Verha is a wine made from the vineyard in Contrada Catavatta bordering the TITOLO vineyard. Its an interpretation of elegant and fresh wine, fruity and with great drinkability. Verha has a ruby red color, with marked hints of ripe fruit and dried fruit with light notes of roasted coffee.
On the palate it is balanced, fresh and with good tannins and persistence.
