Banfi has delivered a glorious Brunello from the superb 2010 vintage. Showing exceptional purity of fruit, this is a well-balanced Tuscan red that is structured for long-term aging although it’s pretty enough to drink now. Packed with sweet black cherry fruit balanced by fresh acidity and fine tannins, the mid-palate is rich and satisfying. The finish shows a bit of grip, but will lengthen as the wine matures. It is clearly one of the wines of the vintage in Montalcino. A Platinum award-winner at the 7th annual Sommelier Challenge International Wine Competition in San Diego. A panel of advanced and master somms gave it a score of 94 points.
Castello Banfi, Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Italy) 2010
By Robert Whitley