2001 Brunello di Montalcino

Full, bright red. Sexy aromas of raspberry and strawberry liqueur, smoky oak, cinnamon, truffle and woodsy underbrush. Sweet, lush and pliant, with harmonious acids framing and lifting the plum and raspberry fruit flavors. Subtle leather and underbrush notes add nuance. This suave, seamless, fresh wine coats the entire mouth. Finishes with tongue-dusting tannins and intriguing minerality. (EJS International, Los Angeles, CA) (ST)