{"product_id":"tassi-2019-brunello-di-montalcino","title":"Tassi 2019 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Tuscany Italy","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e94 Points • Organic • Elegant Brunello from Castelnuovo dell’Abate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"qjab2l\" data-start=\"176\" data-end=\"218\"\u003eTassi 2019 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"257\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"257\"\u003eTuscany, Italy – Estate Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"301\" data-end=\"499\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"347\"\u003eTassi 2019 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e is a refined and elegant expression of Sangiovese, showcasing the balance, freshness, and terroir-driven character that define modern-classic Brunello.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eSourced from estate vineyards in \u003cstrong data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eCastelnuovo dell’Abate\u003c\/strong\u003e, on the southeastern slopes of Montalcino, this wine reflects a diverse range of soils including \u003cstrong data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eiron-rich clay and galestro\u003c\/strong\u003e, contributing both structure and mineral depth. The 2019 vintage is widely praised for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eprecision, aromatic clarity, and beautifully integrated tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"1016\"\u003eFermented with \u003cstrong data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"899\"\u003eindigenous yeasts in concrete\u003c\/strong\u003e and aged for \u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"955\"\u003e24 months in large Slavonian oak casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, this Brunello emphasizes purity and finesse over heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eThe nose is expressive and layered, revealing \u003cstrong data-start=\"1064\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003ered cherry, black plum, rose petals, and dried herbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside subtle notes of tea, earth, and spice. 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The finish is long and balanced, with lingering notes of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1394\"\u003ewild berries, licorice, and toasted hazelnut\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1440\"\u003ethoughtfully crafted Brunello\u003c\/strong\u003e—elegant, terroir-focused, and built to evolve gracefully over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"gjd55y\" data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003e94 Points – Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eExpressive and refined with wild berries, tobacco, sage, and lavender. Elegant with excellent balance and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003e94 Points – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eBright and lifted with red cherry, plum, and rose tea. Silky tannins with finesse and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003e93 Points – James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003eCherry and berry aromas with citrus peel. 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