The 2007 Brecciolino represents a departure from previous vintages. Beginning with 2007, Brecciolino is predominantly Merlot (60%), with 30% Sangiovese and 15% Petit Verdot, with much of that change directly tied to the estate’s new pure Sangiovese bottling. This sleek, harmonious red shows lovely spiciness in dark red fruit that flows effortlessly through to the round, opulent finish. The estate changed its barrels beginning in 2007, and the move to Francois Freres barriques seems to have had a positive impact on this bottling. If this is the direction the estate is headed, the future appears very bright. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2022.
This is a lovely set of new releases from Castelvecchio. Consulting oenologist Luca D’Attoma has worked here since 2003. A 100% Sangiovese is also on the horizon, and should be a fascinating wine given the progress the estate has made in recent years.
Importers: Aventine Hill Wines Llc., Westport, CT; Atlantic Importing, Framingham, MA; tel. (508) 665-4272; Domace Vino, Shoreview, MN; tel. (612) 501-5799; Lyra Fine Wine Importers, www.Lyrawine.com
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