Renieri 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva

Description

The Renieri estate is located in the southern part of Montalcino on high altitude slopes. Owner/Winemaker Marco Bacci puts intense focus on his vineyards to produce the best possible fruit. His 70 acres of vines face southeast to southwest at around 1,200 above sea level. These high-altitude vines are planted in uniquely diverse, iron-rich soil that’s rare for this region. High density plantings are utilized to create extremely low yields.The low-yield fruit is deeply flavored, and in an outstanding vintage like this 2016 brings bold character and intensity to long aged Riserva.James Suckling scored this 98 points saying “Enticing black truffle aromas with cherry and strawberry. The palate is full and tight with super polished tannins that are layered and refined. Great length. Goes on and on. Try after 2025 but already captivating.”The Wine Advocate scored this 94 points saying “The Renieri 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is balanced and bright, but it also shows the unmistakab…