Though it wouldn’t be a crime to enjoy this young

The relatively dense tannins are actually fairly refined for the appellation but this will still require at least 15 years to be at its best

A beautifully layered nose combines notes of mineral reduction

The nose of this nascent beauty was locked up tight for the first few minutes

Caparzo, Brunello Montalcino Casa Vintage:2010 Though it wouldn’t be aThe 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna La Casa is a full and generous interpretation of the vintage with an inky dark appearance and articulate aromas of spice, leather, Graham cracker and dried fruit. Theres also a good amount of menthol or dried rosemary sprig. This wine offers its best assets upfront and leaves less to chew on at the backend. Drink, 2014 2020.