The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a dark and brooding expression with black fruit aromas followed by spice, leather and savory pipe tobacco. This Riserva packs a powerful punch. The palate is treated to cherry liqueur flavors with chocolate-covered cherry and black currant. The mouthfeel is hardy, well structured and long in persistence. The alcohol is recorded at 14.5%, but it feels even stronger than that. Some 4,000 bottles were made.