Col D'orcia (Cinzano) Brunello Di Montalcino 2018 750ml

Name: Col D'orcia (Cinzano) Brunello Di Montalcino 2018 750ml
Brand: Col D'orcia (Cinzano)
SKU: 908317
Price: 48.94 USD
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Rating: 96 (8 reviews)

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750ml

country

Italy

region

Tuscany

appellation

Brunello Di Montalcino

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2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2008 2006 2004 2001 1995

Rated 96 by Wine Enthusiast

The nose is warm, dry and fruity, with aromas of cranberry, cherry, strawberry and orange peel wafting above pennies jingling in the background. On the palate, rose petals accentuate the fruitiness, while the tannins are polished but not slippery, like expensive leather. A classic luxury experience. ... More details

Col D'orcia (Cinzano) Brunello Di Montalcino 2018 750ml

Rated 96 by Wine Enthusiast

Rated 94 by Wine Advocate

A certified organic wine, the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino has dark fruit, bold cherry, earthy notes and a hint of black olive or scorched earth. The wine is generous and round in terms of mouthfeel with a streamlined mid-palate and plenty of Sangiovese acidity to keep things lively and fresh. The tannins are well managed and silky. This is an abundant release of 200,000 bottles.

Rated 94 by Wine Spectator

This promising Brunello is hallmarked by pretty cherry, strawberry, currant and floral aromas and flavors. Starts out elegant and lacy, then the dense matrix of tannins emerges, giving different character to the long finish. Reveals wild herb and mineral notes that add depth. Best from 2025 through 2043.

Rated 93 by Decanter

Santiago Marone Cinzano explains that in 2018, délestage played a key role, especially over extended periods of 8-12 hours, allowing delicate skins to macerate with a reduced amount of juice in order to coax out sufficient concentration. Beautifully weighted, it's full yet agile with enough stuffing to carry it over the next decade. Above all, it underscores the freshness of the vintage: fragrances reveal themselves slowly but are very much in the floral spectrum, with cherry and thyme blossoms lifted by traces of pepper. Crunchy red plum and succulent cherry flavours take over on palate, where youthful grippy tannins need some time to yield.

Rated 93 by Vinous Media

Masses of crushed cherries and cloves give way to nuances of spiced citrus peels and cedar as the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino comes to life in the glass. This is round and pliant on the palate, with a balanced inner sweetness contrasting its mineral-tinged acids and tart wild berry fruits. Grippy tannins mount toward the close, yet fail to slow the 2018’s momentum, as notes of salted licorice are left to resonate under an air of dried roses. This is a deep and characterful rendition of Col d'Orcia’s Brunello, but patience will be required to unlock all of its charms.

Rated 93 by James Suckling

Roasted herbs, wild cherries, thyme and dried mushrooms on the nose. Medium to full body with silky yet firm tannins supporting supple and fresh layers. Excellent length with a delectably savory character. From organically grown grapes. Drink after 2023.

Rated 93 by Jeb Dunnuck

Full and enveloping with purple floral perfume, the 2018 Brunello Di Montalcino is lush with violets, blue fruit, and black raspberry and leather. This moves seamlessly to the palate, where it takes on even more depth, with iron richness, meat, red cherry, raspberry, cedar, and fresh soil. A balanced wine for its style, it is a lovely expression where more warmth is not needed. Drink 2025-2040.

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Rated 92 by Winery

Rated 92 - This 2018 Col d’Orcia Brunello di Montalcino comes from the hotter south-western part of the appellation near Sant’Angelo in Colle and this particular estate is very near to the Orcia river. These wines tend to be uncompromising and austere when young. This 2018 is a darker, blacker color than many 2018s. The aromas are a little earthy with leafy, green notes and bramble fruit. On the palate the tannins are very firm-edged. This is a much more traditional style producer whose wines do not show their best until they are 20 years old or more. The wines can look very flat when they are young. In November 2022 at the winery, I tasted Col D’Orcia Riserva 1968 which was looking fresh and lively and drinking beautifully, so you may need plenty of patience! - The Wine Independent

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Col D'orcia (Cinzano) Brunello Di Montalcino 2018 750ml

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WNR

Rated 96 by Wine Enthusiast

Rated 94 by Wine Advocate

Rated 94 by Wine Spectator

Rated 93 by Decanter

Rated 93 by Vinous Media

Rated 93 by James Suckling

Rated 93 by Jeb Dunnuck

WNR

Rated 92 by Winery

Product Details

size

750ml

country

Italy

region

Tuscany

appellation

Brunello Di Montalcino

Additional vintages

2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2008 2006 2004 2001 1995

Overview

Varietal: Sangiovese

Sangiovese qualifies as one of the truly ancient grape varietals of the Old World, and whilst it is now grown in several countries across the globe, it very much remains a classic grape of Italian wine making. One of the key features of the Sangiovese grape varietal is that it can act as a 'sponge' of flavors when maturing in oak, taking on the earthy and vanilla tones present in the barrel. These dark grapes produce a wide variety of fine wines, from the lively and strawberry flavored young wines which are growing in popularity, to the complex, spicy and delicious aged wines which are treasured by drinkers and collectors worldwide. With a history which dates back to before the times of the Roman empire, Sangiovese will no doubt continue to be a favorite for wineries wishing to plant grapes which will guarantee quality, and will always attract wine lovers worldwide.

Region: Tuscany

Tuscany is probably Italy's most important and widely respected wine region, with a history which stretches back almost three thousand years, and a set of fine grape varietals which produce some of the most delicious quality white and red wines in the world. Sangiovese and Vernaccia varietal grapes are grown all over this expansive region, and the way they are handled, aged and processed varies from town to town. The beautiful hot climate of Tuscany helps these grapes reach full ripeness, despite the fact the soil of the region is generally problematic for the vintners who work there. Despite this, there is a dedication to quality and flavor in Tuscany which is more or less unmatched anywhere else in Italy, and a great mix of strong tradition and willingness to experiment and think outside the box which has been a wonderful recipe for success in the region.

Country: Italy

For several decades in the mid to late twentieth century, Italy's reputation for quality wines took a fairly serious blow. This was brought about partly due to lack of regulation in certain regions, and too much regulation in others. This led to several wineries in the beautiful and highly fertile region of Tuscany making the bold move to work outside of the law, which they saw as responsible for the drop in quality in Tuscan wines. They believed that they had the expertise and the generations of experience necessary with which to make truly excellent, world class wines, and set about doing just that. These 'Super Tuscans', as they came to be known, quickly inspired the rest of Italy to improve their produce, and now, Italian wine producers in the twenty-first century are widely recognised to be amongst the best in the world. Regulation and law began to change, and wine drinkers across the globe woke up to the outstanding wines coming out of Italy, which are continuing to improve and impress to this day.

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