Banfi, Brunello Montalcino Poggio Oro Riserva Size:6x750ml This silky Barbaresco has the

This silky Barbaresco has the sex appeal to be enjoyed early

This is sufficiently interesting to merit your attention

(from Charmes proper

This is not a big wine but a gorgeous one with a long life ahead

since up to 90% of its fruit comes from old vines (these are majestic plants from 80 to 135 years old) in the high-altitude Lamole area where Bibi farms five hectares

Banfi, Brunello Montalcino Poggio Oro Riserva Size:6x750ml This silky Barbaresco has theThe 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio allOro shows abundance and opulence with bold density and fine aromas of dark fruit, tar and licorice. The wine continues to hold it own and the only significant critique I can make is that there is a slight bitterness to the tannin that has yet to integrate. Otherwise, this wine is built like a tank and will continue to endure. Drink, 2014 2024.