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The August 2021 Auction: Part 4
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"The 2009 Brunello di Montalcino is a very sensual and appealing wine. It boasts a ripe and upfront style: What it gives up in typicity, it makes up for in approachability. It shows a brooding dark color, thick extraction and meaty consistency. Dusty mineral notes of terracotta and crushed granite offer a brief prelude to thicker aromas of cured meat, leather and dark fruit. Thereâs a good degree of succulent sweetness thanks to the abundant tones of prune and plum. The plate is richly layered and velvety . . . . Guido Andretta and Rosalba Vitanza moved from Rome years ago to follow their dream of making wine in Tuscany. Their beautiful Tenuta Vitanza is located in the Torrenieri zone, tucked away in the far northeast corner of the appellation. This area is characterized by dense clay soils and the wines made here offer a significant departure from the rest of Montalcino in terms of extra color, extract and general boldness. In fact, this departure is sometimes so great that some have questioned whether Torrenieri should be included in the appellation at all. These prejudices are ridiculous. Giving stronger identity to the individual sub-zones of Brunello di Montalcino helps to establish the stylistic versatility of Sangiovese as expressed through the strict winemaking bylaws set forth by the denomination. These âdifferentâ wines donât take away from the prestige of Brunello, but add to it in my view."
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"The 2009 Brunello di Montalcino is a very sensual and appealing wine. It boasts a ripe and upfront style: What it gives up in typicity, it makes up for in approachability. It shows a brooding dark color, thick extraction and meaty consistency. Dusty mineral notes of terracotta and crushed granite offer a brief prelude to thicker aromas of cured meat, leather and dark fruit. Thereâs a good degree of succulent sweetness thanks to the abundant tones of prune and plum. The plate is richly layered and velvety . . . . Guido Andretta and Rosalba Vitanza moved from Rome years ago to follow their dream of making wine in Tuscany. Their beautiful Tenuta Vitanza is located in the Torrenieri zone, tucked away in the far northeast corner of the appellation. This area is characterized by dense clay soils and the wines made here offer a significant departure from the rest of Montalcino in terms of extra color, extract and general boldness. In fact, this departure is sometimes so great that some have questioned whether Torrenieri should be included in the appellation at all. These prejudices are ridiculous. Giving stronger identity to the individual sub-zones of Brunello di Montalcino helps to establish the stylistic versatility of Sangiovese as expressed through the strict winemaking bylaws set forth by the denomination. These âdifferentâ wines donât take away from the prestige of Brunello, but add to it in my view."
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Italy grows more indigenous grape varieties than any other country and produces wine in all 20 of its regions. From Piedmont's Nebbiolo to Tuscany's Sangiovese, its finest wines pair structure and bright acidity with a strong sense of place.
The heartland of Sangiovese, producing Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino and the Cabernet-influenced 'Super Tuscans' of the coast. Its wines balance bright acidity, savory structure and cellar-worthiness.
A powerful, age-worthy Sangiovese from the warm hills of Montalcino, requiring extended aging and prized for depth and longevity.
Tuscany's signature red, giving high-acid, savory wines of sour cherry, herbs and firm tannin. It is the backbone of Chianti, Brunello and many Super Tuscans.