2019 Castello Banfi Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany. alexander valley

2019 Castello Banfi Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Tuscany. alexander valleyThe 2019 Castello Banfi Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino is a powerful and complex wine with notes of ripe dark cherry, plum, and wild herbs, complemented by a fresh finish and hints of mint. It is described as having a polished, medium bodied structure, with some reviews noting its intense, layered, and muscular profile, as well as the 15% ABV. Overall, it is considered a high quality, well balanced Tuscan red from a strong vintage.

The wine is made from old vines on the Mauritson family's home ranch and Rudy's Vineyard

A blend of 98% Cabernet Sauvignon

and history

lasting pinpoint bubbles and a light salmon color are followed by a complex mix of tangy fruits

with as much elegance as energy

wild field herbs

The palate is medium-sweet and the richness makes the peachy ripeness shine

Tasting Notes

They leave a long lasting supple taste and a velvety richness

and great overall balance

polished style

chocolate box and spearmint