Capanna Brunello di Montalcino 2011
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Scents of wild berry, fragrant blue flower, tilled soil, new leather and a whiff of Mediterranean herb lead the nose on this fantastic wine. Rich layers of juicy black cherry, fleshy raspberry, cinnamon, licorice and mint weave throughout the palate while firm but refined tannins provide structure. Drink 2019–2029.
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James Suckling
Fight and focused 2011 Brunello with polished and refined aromas and flavors of dried cherry, raspberry, orange peel and hints of sandalwood. Medium to full body, firm tannins and a clean, fresh finish.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Capanna has created a dark and intense wine in this warm vintage with ripe and jammy fruit overtones. I actually prefer the 2011 Brunello di Montalcino from Capanna over its predecessor in 2010. Perhaps this is because the larger shoulders and riper personality of the vintage make a better backdrop for the opulence of all those dark cherry, dried blackberry and sweet tobacco layers. This expression shows balanced proportions and density.
Rating:91+
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The Capanna farm, owned by the Cencioni family since 1957, is located north of Montalcino in the area of Montosoli. The vineyards of Montosoli are considered some of the best crus of Brunello. Capanna is a micro-estate dedicated to farming and vinifying the classic Sangiovese Grosso grape variety in a modern style. Capanna sits above the slope on the north facing portion of the old volcano that is topped by the citadel of Montalcino. The north facing slope consists of complex volcanic soil and subsoil which provide less extreme heat and cooler soils that allow the grapes to slowly mature. The highly permeable volcanic soils yield juicier, thinner-skinned grapes. No chemical fertilizers or herbicides are used, and every effort is made to maintain natural biodiversity in the vineyard. Winemaking emphasizes seamless forward fruit, substantial depth of color, flavor, balance, and elegance. The winemaking at Capanna reinforces and elaborates the advantages of its vineyards to produce wines which are rich, complex, generous and smooth.