The 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Altero is a silky, perfumed wine laced with dark fruit, licorice, new leather and French oak. Medium in body, this accessible Brunello offers outstanding harmony and class in a refined style. Altero spends two years in medium-sized French oak barrels prior to being bottled. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2019. Poggio Antico is one of Montalcino’s most consistent producers. The wines are made in a rich, fruit-driven style. Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900

Shows currants and raspberries, with a hint of vanilla on the nose. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a long and subtle, yet flavorful finish. Refined and pretty. Best from 2010 through 2015. 2,415 cases made, 650 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add