Fattoria dei Barbi 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna del Fiore 750ml

The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino is one of the more elegant, understated wines of the vintage. Sweet red cherries, tobacco, licorice and new leather are some of the notes that emerge from this somewhat lithe yet totally classy wine. The 2006 doesn’t look to have the structure of vibrancy to support long-term cellaring, but it should drink nicely for at least a number of years. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2022.

Score: 92 points --Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate 194