Sesti, Brunello Montalcino Riserva Phenomena other_regions Here too there is a

Here too there is a hint of herbal tea character to the distinctly cool aromas of plum

As is typically the case there is more volume and midpalate concentration to the focused medium-bodied flavors that are shaped by somewhat finer tannins on the lacy and impressively refined finale

An admirable villages

Maybe a bit too pungent on the nose

This bottle of the 1996 is simply moving in its beauty

Sesti, Brunello Montalcino Riserva Phenomena other_regions Here too there is aMedium red. Cherry, plum, mocha and tobacco on the nose, with hints of leather and earth. Surprising acidity gives shape to the smooth, slightly low toned flavors of cherry, plum, mocha and flowers. Comes across as a bit youthfully disjointed today, with a faint green edge to the acidity. Has the energy of the vintage but needs time to harmonize. Very long on the aftertaste. Stephen Tanzer