Gaja (Pieve Santa Restituta), Brunello Montalcino other_regions an impression enhanced by a

an impression enhanced by a fabulous nose of sherbet

with suave vanilla

though it perhaps does not possess the amplitude of the previous vintage

There is outstanding richness to the big-bodied and overtly powerful flavors that possess a suave mouth feel before culminating in a firm and persistent if slightly leafy finish

Tasted in London with a Bordeaux merchant

Gaja (Pieve Santa Restituta), Brunello Montalcino other_regions an impression enhanced by aConcentrated, dark fruit with top notes of tobacco leaf. Seems already a little developed. Noticeable oak on the palate but with lovely freshness too. Modernist hand and can already be approached. (WS)