The 2011 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Manapetra is the estate's top-shelf expression. This is a dark and complete wine with thick layers of bold fruit, spice, leather, tar and black spice. The intensity is muscular and the wine's textural thickness is impressive. It wraps over the palate with soft layers and evident fruity sweetness. Eight months in barrique and 30 months in botte grande have given the wine structure and staying power.