The 2005 Brunello di Montalcino powers through the palate with impressive depth and richness. Flowers, red berries and spices are woven together in this mid-weight, soft, fruit-forward Brunello. The finish is impeccable and polished. This is a strong effort from Fanti. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2020. Importer: Carelli 1923, Ancona, IT; tel. 011 39 071 291 6315; e-mail: info@carelli1923.it

Shows dried flowers and mushroom, with plenty of ripe fruit. Full-bodied, with soft, silky tannins. Reserved and very pretty already. Layered and classy for the vintage. Best after 2012. 5,000 cases made, 835 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add

An important and historic player in Montalcino, Fanti comes forth this year with yet another beautiful Brunello. The wine is elegant and harmonious with bright layers of cherry fruit, spice and cola. The feeling it imparts in the mouth is one of richness and smoothness and there’s a playful touch of sour cherry on the close. ——M.L.(10/1/2010)—— 90