Brunello - Sangiovese Grape - Montalcino, IT - 16
 
Cantina di Montalcino embodies this classic profile well. Located on the northern side of the hill, the rough limestone-ridden soils and afternoon shade brings nuance and character to this perfumed, elegant, and supple Brunello. This cooperative winery was founded in 1970, and began producing stellar vintages ever since. Though this is a cooperative, these operations tend to be the norm in Montalcino, and a lot of Northern-hill vintners are members here, maintaining a high level of quality. The wines are certainly on the lighter and more reserved side, but certainly not lacking the character of a Brunello, there are still some bold black cherry flavors, and some under-palette flavors of rosemary, peagravel, vanilla bean, and licorice.