Conti Costanti, Brunello Montalcino Riserva other_regions (from 70+ year old vines)

(from 70+ year old vines)

As big as this is

ginger and crème caramel notes

(aged in 70% new oak for 18 months)

Conti Costanti, Brunello Montalcino Riserva other_regions (from 70+ year old vines)Good bright, deep red. Deep, pure, brooding nose hints at licorice and minerals. Powerful and penetrating but extremely backward, with strong acidity framing and intensifying the flavors of dark fruits and licorice. Finishes very long and vibrant, with a medicinal note of menthol. This compellingly deep but extremely backward wine is built for a long life in bottle but is not fun to drink today. Shows the acidity and grip of 2006. Stephen Tanzer