2006 Col d’Orcia Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento
2006 Col d'Orcia Poggio al Vento Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG Toscana Italy 9415%, 750 ml, $149.99
From the "windy height" or "Poggio al Vente" vineyard, this newly released but evolved Sangiovese has notes of red cherry, stewed tomato, cured meats, smoke, tar, Fernet Branca, and birch bark. It is taut and firm with fine tannins and refreshing tart acidity.
