Col d'Orcia Brunello di Montalcino Nastagio 2016 [WS 95] Organic

Wine Advocate 94+. Always released one year later as if it were a Riserva (although it is not labeled as such), the Col d'Orcia 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Nastagio offers an increased level of clarity and purity that comes directly from the high quality of organically farmed fruit collected in this classic vintage. This growing site is characterized by rocky, limestone-rich soils. This is a broad and large expression of Sangiovese that wraps evenly over the palate, offering good textural weight and freshness along the way. That 15% alcohol is a bit much, but it's a common feature in many wines from this vintage. Production is 13,000 bottles. ML Feb 2022. Wine Spectator: 95 Points This red finds a nice equilibrium between ripe cherry and strawberry fruit and balsamic notes of sage, thyme and juniper. Features iron, leather and tobacco accents, which chime in as this plays out on the densely structured finish. Fine balance and length. Best from 2025 through 2042.