La Serena is a family-owned winery that focuses on making excellent Brunello wines. The estate, located just east of Montalcino, has shifted to organic farming with this 2012 being the last vintage before certification. The wine was smooth and ready to drink immediately after opening the bottle. The wine displayed a delicious blend of fresh and dried fruit with the right balance of earthiness to highlight the wine’s Italian roots. This was an absolute treat and a steal in light of current market prices. While this wine will continue to benefit from further aging, I think it’s more than ready to open now.
La Serena, Brunello di Montalcino (Tuscany, Italy) 2012
By Vince Simmon