| Producer | Casanova di Neri |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Subregion | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
| Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Sku | U1006093 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Shows fine depth, with cherry, black currant, and wild herb flavors, accented by iron, earth, leather, and tobacco notes. Muscular, despite a slim frame, with a long, savory aftertaste. Best from 2024 through 2045. 8,808 cases made, 2,500 cases imported. — BS
The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino has compelling aromatics of cherry liqueur, sweet licorice, cedar, and forested earth. The palate is crystalline and full-bodied, with red plum skin and warming spice. There is a lot to love here, as this wine casts a large net for its versatility. Enjoy some now and lay some down, this is a great value. Drink 2021-2026
The Casanova di Neri 2016 Brunello di Montalcino (or the so-called "white label" Brunello) takes a minute or two to open, and like all these new releases from the Neri family, you're best off opening your bottle five hours before serving them. This classic expression displays raspberry, tar, hazelnut, dried fig, asphalt, and some crushed chalk. The wine is streamlined and compact in terms of mouthfeel, giving us an accessible Brunello from a benchmark Montalcino estate. —M.L.
