93 points - WinesCritic.com 93 points - International Wine Report 90 points - Wine Enthusiast & James Suckling
Tasting Notes
100% Sangiovese Grosso. The wine is a bright ruby color showcasing the classic aromas of light red fruits and just a touch of herbal complexity that one would expect from a well-made Brunello. The palate is pushing towards full-bodied reiterating the aromas, with a solid tannin structure and a long finish.
The 2017 vintage is not a super tannic vintage that will require years of aging to enjoy. You can enjoy this wine now.
Aging: 30 months in 35/40 hl Slavonia oak barrels
Specs
Vintage: 2017
Varietal: Sangiovese
Appellation: Montalcino, Italy
Alcohol: 15%
About The Winery
Winery: Lazzeretti Wines
Location: Siena, Italy
Lazzeretti is the living image of high-quality Brunello. Theyâre a relative newcomer in Brunello, with production starting in 2001. Marco and Julia are brothers and sisters who personally oversee the production and business. They make around 2,000 cases per year, as well as a small amount of Rosso, Riserva, Grappa, and extra virgin olive oil. Although the distribution of the Lazzeretti label started at the turn of the century, the Lazzeretti family has been producing wine since the 80s.
2017 Colle Nero Tra Di Noi Brunello Di Montalcino
91 points - James Suckling 91 points - Vinous Media
Tasting Notes
100% Sangiovese Grosso. Amazing structure, elegant and fine, it has soft and silky tannins. This powerful Brunello shows the aromas of ripe red fruits with light menthol notes and hints of tobacco. A good acidity. This wine will age for a long time.
Aging: 3 years in large Slavonian oak barrels and at least 6 months in the bottle.
This extremely limited and unique wine is crafted by Terre Nere, a family-owned and operated artisanal winery in the beautiful region of Montalcino. We made this wine for us, but itâs our pleasure to be sharing it with you. For this reason, the wine is called Tra di Noi, which means âbetween us.â
Specs
Vintage: 2017
Varietal: Sangiovese
Appellation: Montalcino, Italy
Alcohol: 15%
About The Winery
Winery: Terre Nere
Location: Tuscany, Italy
The story of Terre Nere started when Salvatore Vallone (an experienced agriculture who was working in Palermo) and his wife Vincenza, decided to move to beautiful Tuscany. Here, they started to raise cattle, made cheese, and produced oil and vino di Tavola. Salvatore passed on his passion for agriculture to his son Pasquale. And even though Pasquale had a successful career as a banker, it was his love for the land that determined his future.
In 1996, Pasquale purchased 37 acres of land. And with the help of his wife and kids, they started planting their very first vines. Little did this family know that the winery which started as a weekend hobby was soon to become a flagship estate in the Montalcino region.
Terre Nere means âBlack Land.â The name was given thanks to the black soil where the vineyard is located. This is due to the proximity of the Amiata, an extinct volcano, that gives each of Terre Nereâs wines a unique personality.
The 24-acre vineyard is mostly planted with Montalcinoâs great queen, Sangiovese, and a small percentage with Cabernet Sauvignon. The vineyard is placed in a beautiful region, with exquisite beauty, surrounded by virgin forests. Soils composed of Galestro, and clay loam.
The wines at Terre Nere are artisanally crafted. They take care of every minimum aspect, from the vineyard to the cellar. The winemaking team is led by winemaker Niccolo since 2018. Niccolo works with Francesca and Federico, Pasqualeâs sons, to create these amazing gems. Consultants Giuseppe Gorelli and agronomist Federico Becarelli have been helping with the biodynamic and sustainable conversion. Both the vineyard and wines are organic certified.
2017 Tenute Piccini Poggio Al Sale Brunello di Montalcino DOC
Tasting Notes
100% Sangiovese Grosso. Poggio al Sale Brunello di Montalcino has a bright garnet red color and intense, complex, lingering, full aromas with strong hints of ripe red fruit and vanilla. It is evolved, harmonious and velvety on the palate with a lingering flavor.
Inarguably, Montalcino is one of the most suitable wine-growing regions in Italy and Brunello is a testament to this. To create this masterpiece, only Sangiovese Grosso is used. These grapes are handpicked when perfectly ripe between late September and October. Fermented for 15-20 days in stainless steel, then stored in oak barrels for at least 4 years. The complexity of this Brunello di Montalcino is derived from its aging period where it slowly absorbs the wood aromas and fragrances. This amazing Brunello is carefully cellared by the winery and released when ready, thatâs at least 5 years after harvest.
Aging: 5 years: 20 months in oak barrels; 4 months in barriques.
With its complex and evolved fullness, this is an ideal pairing with roasts and mature, strong cheeses.
The Piccini family has tenderly worked their vines since 1882, starting with a small estate with little more than 17 acres of vineyards, now grown to over four estates, located in some of the most emblematic wine regions in all of Italy. Their passion for quality and authenticity has given them a name that is one of the best-known in Italy.
Its impressive pursuit of quality is what has guided Tenute Piccini to quickly become one of the leading wine estates in Italy. Wine Enthusiast said Tenuta is âone of the most dynamic and innovative wineries in Italy today.â Piccini is an example of tradition. Picciniâs owner Mario Piccini says âAll we do in the present time is present in the past and also will be for the future.â These are the words they live and produce.
Whatâs Included
3-bottles:
1x 2017 Lazzeretti Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
1x 2017 Colle Nero Tra Di Noi Brunello Di Montalcino
1x 2017 Tenute Piccini Poggio Al Sale Brunello di Montalcino DOC Case:
4x 2017 Lazzeretti Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
4x 2017 Colle Nero Tra Di Noi Brunello Di Montalcino
4x 2017 Tenute Piccini Poggio Al Sale Brunello di Montalcino DOC
Price Comparison
Not for sale on winery website, $900/case MSRP
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY, PR
@pmarin@rjquillin Definitely not, if you count the old site. The last Corison deal was $85/ea. I think weâve had offerings in the $40ish range here as well (Tytanium comes to mind but may have been a hair cheaper).
@pmarin@rjquillin the Provenance Vineyards Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard cab sauv offer was $999.99 for the case. Itâs the highest cost per bottle I can remember.
@hscottk@pmarin@rjquillin Wasnât the last Corison deal also the last offering, period? Corison was one of my earlier buys from wine.woot - I still have three bottles of '02-'03 Cabs that I was stretching to justify paying $32 per bottle for.
@hscottk@pmarin@rjquillin@rpstrong Yes. And I also had that same thing - with wine.woot being in its heyday during grad school, a $30 bottle was a super splurge.
It is always a treat to receive an unscheduled Casemates shipment, especially for wines that are new to me â such as this 2017 Brunello Di Montalcino.
Iâm mildly colorblind, but this is most certainly red, a bit light, with nice clarity. On PnP, a bit zingy on the nose with a bit of alcohol heat that very quickly blew away leaving red cherry, maybe strawberry aromas.
Initial taste was definitely on the zingy side with a bit of burn, but that settled down in five or ten minutes. Plum, red cherry, and a bit of blueberry, as well as some faint dried herbs followed. Seemed to be tastier and juicier as the bottle progressed. Very smooth tannins.
Paired equally well with Hachis Parmentier or with leftover pizza.
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations).
Mixed Italian Brunello - $60 = 11.99%
winecritics.com/International Wine Report: 93 Points. Decidedly floral in the primary profile showing notes of linden, hawthorn, jasmine, camphor, and rose petals. Medium to full-bodied, biting tannins of good quality conceals character and a hot finale that needs time to distend. Better from 2023.
Enthusiast: 90 Points. Aromas of ripe dark-skinned fruit, tobacco, and baking spice emerge from the glass. The taut, already approachable palate offers sour cherry, licorice, and tobacco alongside dusty tannins. KO 4/1/22
The Man With The Scarf: 90 Points. Really tannic and chewy with lots of dried berry and wood. Itâs full and rather extracted. Will probably soften with age but itâs a little overdone. Try after 2023.
Falstaff: 88 Points. A fragrant scent of stewed strawberries, sour cherries, a hint of mint, as well as a rich touch of wood and vanilla. Luscious fruit and well-integrated acidity on the palate, which offers lovely succulence, but turns rather dry on the finish. 3/18/22
Looks like this comes from One Vine Wines(as do the others) and was on their Big Hammer retail site for $44.98
2017 Colle Nero Tra Di Noi Brunello Di Montalcino:
Looks like this comes from One Vine Wines and was produced for them as an exclusive. It was on their Big Hammer retail site for $39.99
2017 Tenute Piccini Poggio Al Sale Brunello di Montalcino: Was, maybe still is, on the Big Hammer site for $36.98
Words on the streets: '17 Brunello vintageâŠwarm and dry, challenging but not a write off by any means. Wines tend to be rich and fruity. Early drinking window.
and oh, itâs National Coffee Day? Time to pull another doppio
Was very excited to see an Italian red come up to labrat. Weâve been drinking a lot more of these, especially 100% sangiovese this summer.
Tenute Piccini Poggio Al Sale Brunello di Montalcino
Pours a very deep ruby color. Light in the legs.
Initial nose is red fruit - maybe even something like plum? No heat or pepper, can tell this was aged for a bit in a good way. A hint of leather as well
Best way I would describe the flavor is elegant and subtle. Replicates the nose with red fruit, and the vanilla comes out as well. Absolutely totally smooth - not tannic or astringent at all. Acidity is bright, but not overpowering in any way, just enough to maintain the balance. No alcohol heat.
Second glass was surprisingly similar to the first after having some time to breath, which Iâm assuming is because of the aging that already took place. Had it with some food, but I think it was best alone to really enjoy the nuance of the wine.
My biggest impression of the wine is that everything is just as youâd want it in a nicer glass. It feels totally balanced and subtle. Thereâs nothing that jumps out and overwhelms the other flavors of the wine. Itâs smooth and very drinkable right now. I suppose you could cellar it for a long time, but Iâd say itâs drinking exceptionally well right now.
I am not surprised at all at the price of this wine. My guess was around $40 a bottle when we drank it. I think it would be a great wine to have around for a special occasion, especially if you donât like the typical big CA reds. I would personally get the 3 bottle in this one just because the price of the case is so high, but if you donât mind dropping the cash on it, the price is right on target
Sorry for the late rattage. I was lucky enough to receive a bottle of the 2017 Lazzeretti Brunello di Montalcino DOCG and it was exactly what I would hope it would be.
I received the bottle much earlier than expected and so should have given it a day or so to settle. Alas, I opened it the day after I received it.
Upon opening and first pour, it was a nice (slightly tawny?) red, not opaque or heavy looking at all. The nose was very heavy on the cherry and alcohol as I tried it without giving it a lot of air. Nothing unpleasant about it, just noting it for folks.
Iâll tell you what, this wineâs got a backbone strong enough to fireman carry Vin Diesel. And it WORKS. Very structured, tight tannins upon first opening, but some air should alleviate that. There is definitely some astringent characteristics, but I think it will help it hold up to food really well. Ripe cherry flavors are well balanced by an almost meaty umami and the tannins leave a very clean palate, drawing you back in for more. Iâm not huge on Italian wines usually, but this one really highlights what, in my experience, a great Italian wine should be. It should hold up to food really well (acidic red sauces, charcuterie boards, bold flavors shouldnât overpower it too much) and I wouldnât necessarily drink this on its own.
The second day, it was very different from Day 1. The ripe cherry fruitiness was dulled and a lot more of the umami and tar notes popped out for me. Not entirely unpleasant, but not really my favorite. So I decided to see what some fresh cut parmesan and salami would do for it. BAM! Right back to life! The cherry comes out again and is mixed now with the depth of the lower flavor notes and without as much of the tannic dryness. So, yeah, definitely food pairings on the second day, but I doubt youâll have to worry not finishing the bottle on day 1 unless you are specifically testing it like I was.
And letâs go bonus Day 3. Heresy? Yes. Still drinkable? Also YES!
Without looking anything up, this was definitely an expensive bottle. It is way too skillfully balanced with some very bold characteristics to be just any other Italian red. I canât imagine anyone will be disappointed with this bottle.
2017 Lazzeretti Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
93 points - WinesCritic.com
93 points - International Wine Report
90 points - Wine Enthusiast & James Suckling
Tasting Notes
Specs
About The Winery
2017 Colle Nero Tra Di Noi Brunello Di Montalcino
91 points - James Suckling
91 points - Vinous Media
Tasting Notes
Specs
About The Winery
2017 Tenute Piccini Poggio Al Sale Brunello di Montalcino DOC
Tasting Notes
Specs
About The Winery
Whatâs Included
3-bottles:
Case:
Price Comparison
Not for sale on winery website, $900/case MSRP
Available States
AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY, PR
Estimated Delivery
Monday, Oct 23 - Wednesday, Oct 25
Mixed Italian Brunello
3 bottles for $124.99 $41.66/bottle + $2.67/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $439.99 $36.67/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
2017 Lazzeretti Brunello di Montalcino
2017 Colle Nero Tra Di Noi Brunello Di Montalcino
2017 Tenute Piccini Poggio Al Sale Brunello di Montalcino
This looks like a cool offering⊠any chance for rats?
@rjquillin is this a new record for $/btl? (actually $$$/btl)?
@pmarin @rjquillin Definitely not, if you count the old site. The last Corison deal was $85/ea. I think weâve had offerings in the $40ish range here as well (Tytanium comes to mind but may have been a hair cheaper).
@pmarin @rjquillin the Provenance Vineyards Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard cab sauv offer was $999.99 for the case. Itâs the highest cost per bottle I can remember.
https://casemates.com/forum/topics/provenance-vineyards-beckstoffer-to-kalon-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon
@rjquillin
I was trying to find the black tie icon from the old site in order to post it here, but my interweb search skills were unsuccessful.
@kawichris650
So much history lost thereâŠ
@hscottk @pmarin @rjquillin Wasnât the last Corison deal also the last offering, period? Corison was one of my earlier buys from wine.woot - I still have three bottles of '02-'03 Cabs that I was stretching to justify paying $32 per bottle for.
@hscottk @pmarin @rjquillin @rpstrong Yes. And I also had that same thing - with wine.woot being in its heyday during grad school, a $30 bottle was a super splurge.
@kawichris650 @rjquillin
Well, we still have each otherâŠ
Colle Nero Tra Di Noi Brunello Di Montalcino
It is always a treat to receive an unscheduled Casemates shipment, especially for wines that are new to me â such as this 2017 Brunello Di Montalcino.
Iâm mildly colorblind, but this is most certainly red, a bit light, with nice clarity. On PnP, a bit zingy on the nose with a bit of alcohol heat that very quickly blew away leaving red cherry, maybe strawberry aromas.
Initial taste was definitely on the zingy side with a bit of burn, but that settled down in five or ten minutes. Plum, red cherry, and a bit of blueberry, as well as some faint dried herbs followed. Seemed to be tastier and juicier as the bottle progressed. Very smooth tannins.
Paired equally well with Hachis Parmentier or with leftover pizza.
Overall, a very pleasant intro to this variety.
@rpstrong Which of the three brunellos did you rat?
@hscottk Oops! The Colle Nero Tra Di Noi.
/giphy abstract-risky-watch
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations).
Mixed Italian Brunello - $60 = 11.99%
Happy Friday!
2017 Lazzeretti Brunello di Montalcino:
winecritics.com/International Wine Report: 93 Points. Decidedly floral in the primary profile showing notes of linden, hawthorn, jasmine, camphor, and rose petals. Medium to full-bodied, biting tannins of good quality conceals character and a hot finale that needs time to distend. Better from 2023.
Enthusiast: 90 Points. Aromas of ripe dark-skinned fruit, tobacco, and baking spice emerge from the glass. The taut, already approachable palate offers sour cherry, licorice, and tobacco alongside dusty tannins. KO 4/1/22
The Man With The Scarf: 90 Points. Really tannic and chewy with lots of dried berry and wood. Itâs full and rather extracted. Will probably soften with age but itâs a little overdone. Try after 2023.
Falstaff: 88 Points. A fragrant scent of stewed strawberries, sour cherries, a hint of mint, as well as a rich touch of wood and vanilla. Luscious fruit and well-integrated acidity on the palate, which offers lovely succulence, but turns rather dry on the finish. 3/18/22
Looks like this comes from One Vine Wines(as do the others) and was on their Big Hammer retail site for $44.98
2017 Colle Nero Tra Di Noi Brunello Di Montalcino:
Looks like this comes from One Vine Wines and was produced for them as an exclusive. It was on their Big Hammer retail site for $39.99
2017 Tenute Piccini Poggio Al Sale Brunello di Montalcino: Was, maybe still is, on the Big Hammer site for $36.98
Words on the streets: '17 Brunello vintageâŠwarm and dry, challenging but not a write off by any means. Wines tend to be rich and fruity. Early drinking window.
and oh, itâs National Coffee Day? Time to pull another doppio
fwiw
@kaolis
âThe Man With The Scarfâ lol
I have a bottle of the 2016 Lazzeretti that I got randomly from UC a year or two ago, maybe this will entice me to go find it.
Was very excited to see an Italian red come up to labrat. Weâve been drinking a lot more of these, especially 100% sangiovese this summer.
Tenute Piccini Poggio Al Sale Brunello di Montalcino
Pours a very deep ruby color. Light in the legs.
Initial nose is red fruit - maybe even something like plum? No heat or pepper, can tell this was aged for a bit in a good way. A hint of leather as well
Best way I would describe the flavor is elegant and subtle. Replicates the nose with red fruit, and the vanilla comes out as well. Absolutely totally smooth - not tannic or astringent at all. Acidity is bright, but not overpowering in any way, just enough to maintain the balance. No alcohol heat.
Second glass was surprisingly similar to the first after having some time to breath, which Iâm assuming is because of the aging that already took place. Had it with some food, but I think it was best alone to really enjoy the nuance of the wine.
My biggest impression of the wine is that everything is just as youâd want it in a nicer glass. It feels totally balanced and subtle. Thereâs nothing that jumps out and overwhelms the other flavors of the wine. Itâs smooth and very drinkable right now. I suppose you could cellar it for a long time, but Iâd say itâs drinking exceptionally well right now.
I am not surprised at all at the price of this wine. My guess was around $40 a bottle when we drank it. I think it would be a great wine to have around for a special occasion, especially if you donât like the typical big CA reds. I would personally get the 3 bottle in this one just because the price of the case is so high, but if you donât mind dropping the cash on it, the price is right on target
@rmm989 and this was which of the three bottles?
Unless i just missed it.
@rjquillin Sorry, accidentally trimmed that off when I edited out a markup issue
It was the 2017 Tenute Piccini Poggio Al Sale Brunello di Montalcino
Does that include an Italian Wine Steward?
@PaleMongo When youâre the DI you apparently can take liberties with some detailsâŠ
2017 Lazzeretti
Sorry for the late rattage. I was lucky enough to receive a bottle of the 2017 Lazzeretti Brunello di Montalcino DOCG and it was exactly what I would hope it would be.
I received the bottle much earlier than expected and so should have given it a day or so to settle. Alas, I opened it the day after I received it.
Upon opening and first pour, it was a nice (slightly tawny?) red, not opaque or heavy looking at all. The nose was very heavy on the cherry and alcohol as I tried it without giving it a lot of air. Nothing unpleasant about it, just noting it for folks.
Iâll tell you what, this wineâs got a backbone strong enough to fireman carry Vin Diesel. And it WORKS. Very structured, tight tannins upon first opening, but some air should alleviate that. There is definitely some astringent characteristics, but I think it will help it hold up to food really well. Ripe cherry flavors are well balanced by an almost meaty umami and the tannins leave a very clean palate, drawing you back in for more. Iâm not huge on Italian wines usually, but this one really highlights what, in my experience, a great Italian wine should be. It should hold up to food really well (acidic red sauces, charcuterie boards, bold flavors shouldnât overpower it too much) and I wouldnât necessarily drink this on its own.
The second day, it was very different from Day 1. The ripe cherry fruitiness was dulled and a lot more of the umami and tar notes popped out for me. Not entirely unpleasant, but not really my favorite. So I decided to see what some fresh cut parmesan and salami would do for it. BAM! Right back to life! The cherry comes out again and is mixed now with the depth of the lower flavor notes and without as much of the tannic dryness. So, yeah, definitely food pairings on the second day, but I doubt youâll have to worry not finishing the bottle on day 1 unless you are specifically testing it like I was.
And letâs go bonus Day 3. Heresy? Yes. Still drinkable? Also YES!
Without looking anything up, this was definitely an expensive bottle. It is way too skillfully balanced with some very bold characteristics to be just any other Italian red. I canât imagine anyone will be disappointed with this bottle.
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