Col d’Orcia (Cinzano) Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio Al Vento 2012 750ml

Name: Col d'Orcia (Cinzano) Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio Al Vento 2012 750ml
Brand: Col D'orcia (Cinzano)
SKU: 923018
Price: 162.17 USD
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Rating: 93.7 (7 reviews)

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SKU 923018

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WA 95pts

WE 95pts

DC 95pts

VM 94pts

JS 93pts

WS 89pts

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The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento is a monumental wine from this storied appellation in southern Tuscany. From a warm vintage, this is a deeply textured, rich and succulent rendition of Sangiovese. You taste the exuberant flavors of sun-drenched fruit. However, you also taste some evolution (remember, we are talking about a wine released seven years after the harvest) with tarry notes of toasted spice, licorice and Spanish cedar. This wine ages in large oak casks (of various sizes) for four years followed by an additional two years in bottle. We can look forward to more bottle evolution as the wine moves forward in time. Some 20,000 bottles were made.

Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Appellation: Brunello Di Montalcino

Size: 750ml
Color: Red

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Varietal

Sangiovese

The name of this grape, meaning 'blood of Jove' conjures up evocative images of long dead civilizations, and gives the Sangiovese varietal a sense of the holy, the sacred, the special. Indeed, this particular type of Italian grape has been cultivated and processed for thousands of years, and is said to be the original favorite grape varietal of the Romans, and the Etruscans before them. Throughout history, vintners have continued to plant this varietal, and they continue to produce wonderful wines to this day. The long bunches of very dark, round fruit are treasured by fine wineries in Italy and a few other places around the world, and when young, these grapes are lively â€“ full of strawberry flavors and a little spiciness. However, it is when they are aged in oak that they take on some truly special flavors and aromas, as seen in some of the finest wines of the Old World.

Country

Italy

There are few countries in the world with a viticultural history as long or as illustrious as that claimed by Italy. Grapes were first being grown and cultivated on Italian soil several thousand years ago by the Greeks and the Pheonicians, who named Italy 'Oenotria' – the land of wines – so impressed were they with the climate and the suitability of the soil for wine production. Of course, it was the rise of the Roman Empire which had the most lasting influence on wine production in Italy, and their influence can still be felt today, as much of the riches of the empire came about through their enthusiasm for producing wines and exporting it to neighbouring countries. Since those times, a vast amount of Italian land has remained primarily for vine cultivation, and thousands of wineries can be found throughout the entire length and breadth of this beautiful country, drenched in Mediterranean sunshine and benefiting from the excellent fertile soils found there. Italy remains very much a 'land of wines', and one could not imagine this country, its landscape and culture, without it.

Region

Tuscany

The central Italian region of Tuscany is widely understood to be one of the world's most famous and highly regarded wine regions. The beautiful rolling hillsides and medieval towns and castles which are a key feature of the area are also home to many of Europe's finest wineries, and extremely high quality vineyards growing the distinctive Sangiovese and Vernaccia grape varietals which are the flavorful backbone of Tuscany's wonderful red and white wines. For almost three thousand years, this region has been recognized as an ideal home for wine production on a large scale, and the ancient Etruscans, Greeks and Romans all noticed that fine grape varietals flourished on the unique soils and under the hot sunshine which typifies the area. Today, Tuscany is home to a wide range of wines, from the traditional to the complex, but all dedicated to excellent flavors and aromas, and maintaining the region's international reputation.

Appellation

Brunello Di Montalcino

Brunello di Montalcino, an esteemed wine appellation in Tuscany, Italy, has been crafting exceptional red wines since its establishment in 1966. Focused exclusively on the Sangiovese grape, specifically the local Brunello clone, this region's unique terroir of warm, dry climate and well-drained soils imparts richness and complexity to the wines. The hallmark of Brunello is its extended aging, requiring a minimum of four years, with at least two spent in oak barrels. This meticulous process results in bold, full-bodied wines with robust tannins, vibrant acidity, and a remarkable aging potential. Flavors of ripe red berries and dark cherries, coupled with notes of leather, tobacco, and spices, define the nuanced profile of Brunello di Montalcino wines. Exploring these wines offers enthusiasts a captivating journey into the world of Italian winemaking, showcasing the harmonious blend of tradition, terroir, and meticulous craftsmanship.

Ratings & Reviews

WA 95pts

Wine Advocate

WE 95pts

Wine Enthusiast

Baked plum, new leather, sunbaked earth, wild herb and tobacco aromas form the nose along with a balsamic whiff of camphor. The tense, structured palate delivers dried cherry, cinnamon, crushed mint and licorice framed in firm fine-grained tannins. Give it time to fully develop. Drink 2024–2032. (Cellar Selection)

DC 95pts

Decanter

A full, dense, and muscular wine, yet still showing a refined poise. A solid, impressive structure opens up into loads of creamy oak which surrounds the compact ripe red and black fruit, kirsch, and notes of blossom. A savoury maturity develops on the finish with accents of tobacco and leather. (Gold) - DWWA 2022

Winery Notes

Rated 95 - This 2012 Col d’Orcia Brunello di Montalcino Poggio al Vento Riserva starts off with a garnet core and a brick-colored rim showing some maturation. The nose has the familiar signature of oak spice and a slight waxy note accompanied by some attractive, dark-berried fruit and dried cherry flavors. 2012 was a warm, dry vintage in Tuscany. The palate is dense and quite rich in concentration, and it is still a very restrained traditional style, but there is a nice flow across the palate and the tannins feel different in their nature. They are dense but finer and more silty-textured and for me they are some of the best in Col d’Orcia’s recent vintages. - The Wine Independent

VM 94pts

Vinous Media

Dusty cherry and leather are complemented by cedar spice box and sage as the 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento opens in the glass. It's silky-smooth and smoky, with dark mineral-tinged red berries and sour citrus tones cascading across the palate. Grippy tannins linger long, and although this is structured, there's a bit of early appeal here that should make the 2012 more enjoyable sooner than later, yet still excellent over the medium term. I'm loving it today, and I feel that extra time in bottle has really brought forward a greater sense of harmony. This is an excellent effort in a warm and dry vintage.

JS 93pts

James Suckling

Aromas of bright red cherries and plums sit neat and pure. This has quite dense and neatly polished texture with a wealth of ripe red and black cherries pervading the finish. The tannins roll out seamlessly. Drink or hold.

WS 89pts

Wine Spectator

Almond, plum, vanilla and tar flavors convene in this broad red. The fruit fades as more savory and woodsy details and tertiary notes of leather and tobacco emerge. Tips toward the dry side on the finish. Best from 2020 through 2029. 1,400 cases made, 100 cases imported.