Artisan Wine & Spirits® Caprili Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2013 (Tuscany, Italy) – [JS 94] [VM 93+] [WE 93] [WA 92] [WS 92] – 6058549149855

94 Points – James Suckling:
“Wet earth, mushrooms, leaves and dark fruits. Some ash. Full-bodied, layered and juicy. Extremely long and flavorful. Love the intensity and beauty. Drink now or hold.” (Sep 2018)

93+ Points – Vinous Media:
“Bright red with a pale rim. Blackberry, earthy spices, mint, minerals, game and violet on the very deep but still youthfully reticent nose. Dense, energetic, large-scale and brooding on the palate, offering floral flavors of red and dark berries and underbrush. Finishes extremely long, scented and subtle, featuring very suave tannins. Cellar this beauty for at least another five years, as it will likely blossom into something special; the plus sign on my score indicates that I would not be surprised to find myself scoring this 95 or 96 in the years ahead.” – Josh Raynolds (Apr 2018)

93 Points – Wine Enthusiast:
“Aromas suggesting scorched earth, underbrush, new leather and balsamic notes pave the way. The tightly knit, polished palate delivers succulent Marasca cherry, cranberry, licorice and a blast of orange zest alongside firm refined tannins. Fresh acidity ensures balance. Drink 2023–2033.” – KO (May 2018)

92 Points – Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate:
“The Caprili 2013 Brunello di Montalcino is a pretty and complete wine that offers loads of dark fruit intensity with dried cherry and black plum. There are soft tones at the back with light shadings of spice and cured tobacco. This wine rolls over the palate with smooth intensity and a velvety touch.” – Monica Larner (Jun 2018)

92 Points – Wine Spectator Magazine:
“Enticing notes of bright cherry, strawberry, leather and savory mark this rich, dense red. Nicely balanced, lingering with underbrush and mineral accents. Best from 2021 through 2034. 3,000 cases made.” – BS (Jun 2018)