Sesti, Brunello Montalcino Riserva Phenomena other_regions spice and mint add character

spice and mint add character to a wine that speaks to finesse more than pure power

This bottle of the 1996 is simply moving in its beauty

As is typically the case there is more volume and midpalate concentration to the focused medium-bodied flavors that are shaped by somewhat finer tannins on the lacy and impressively refined finale

consistently turning out an innovative Sauvignon Blanc (there's a skin-contact component for added texture)

Sesti, Brunello Montalcino Riserva Phenomena other_regions spice and mint add characterMedium red. Cherry, plum, mocha and tobacco on the nose, with hints of leather and earth. Surprising acidity gives shape to the smooth, slightly low toned flavors of cherry, plum, mocha and flowers. Comes across as a bit youthfully disjointed today, with a faint green edge to the acidity. Has the energy of the vintage but needs time to harmonize. Very long on the aftertaste. Stephen Tanzer