Packaged in its distinctive black label, the hot-vintage Caparzo 2017 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva (with 20,000 bottles made) reveals a dark garnet color with black ruby and medium-thick concentration. The wine is already evolved and open-knit with thick aromas of baked fruit and blackberry confit. There is a note of sweetness. It shows broad flavors and skips over the finer nuances, and it delivers a very high 15% alcohol content. I recommend a near-term drinking window for this bottle.

A round, succulent Brunello penetrated by a beam of bright cherry, with accents of rose, strawberry, mineral and cigar box. Charming yet solidly built, with dense, dusty tannins for support and a lasting impression of sweet fruit. Offers terrific balance and length. Best from 2025 through 2043. 1,250 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add