Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Castelgiocondo 1999

Castelgiocondo Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 1999 is a mature-vintage red wine produced from Sangiovese grapes in the Montalcino appellation of Tuscany. Castelgiocondo is one of the most historic producers of Brunello di Montalcino, and was one of the first four estates to produce Brunello wines in 1800. "Tight as nails on the nose before it explodes on the palate in a cacophony of cherry, cassis, black plum, tobacco and chocolate. It`s like the best cigar and a great red wine rolled into one. Yes, the tannins are hammering and yes, the acidity is forward. But that only means this brilliant Brunello should age for 15 years without batting an eyelash." Wine Enthusiast, 2005