Sesta di Sopra’s 2008 Brunello di Montalcino is rather closed in its aromatics, but is more expressive on the palate, where layers of dark red fruit come alive. Smoke, tar, licorice, scorched earth and smoke add an attractive element of gravitas on the finish. Deceptively medium in body, the 2008, nevertheless, packs a serious punch. The long, superbly delineated finish bodes well for the future, but the 2008 needs time in bottle to settle down a bit more. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. Importer: Premier Wine Co., Richmond, CA; tel. (510) 412-5969

A dense, smoothly textured red, sporting cherry, tobacco, underbrush and spice flavors. Tight, lively and on the elegant side, with the potential for medium-term aging. Fine length. Best from 2015 through 2024. 345 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add