2010 Fattoria dei Barbi Brunello di Montalcino

Sangiovese Grosso - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JS 96 WA 94 WS 92 W&S 91
JS 96

jamessuckling.com, December 2014

Aromas burnt orange peel and cherry with hints of dried bark and mahogany. Full body, very tight and dense with a beautiful fruit, tannin and acid balance. Finesse and strength. Best wine from here for ages. Needs until...
WA 94

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 2015

Fattoria dei Barbi's 2010 Brunello di Montalcino starts with a tightly wound personality that begins to unravel slowly, one delicate layer at a time. As it does, you become aware of dried fruit, cigar box, crushed...
WS 92

Wine Spectator, June 2015

Broad and savory, with licorice, leather and tobacco flavors. Mulled cherry notes lurk in the background, while beefy tannins come to the fore on the lingering finish. Best from 2019 through 2033. 16,666 cases made. –BS
W&S 91

Wine & Spirits, December 2015

This is powerfully structured, its tannins gripping the brambly fruit flavors, the wine tinged with herbal notes of thyme and celery. A bright note of ruby grapefruit adds lift to the fruit flavors, and the fresh acidity...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Sangiovese Grosso
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Sub-region Brunello di Montalcino
Vintage 2010
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14.5%
Closure Cork

First arriving in Montalcino in 1352, the Colombini family can trace their roots in Tuscany back to the Middle Ages when they were active in the Sienese government. As winemakers, they earned recognition and awards for their releases in the 19th century, though it was Giovanni Colombini, born in 1906, who was instrumental in bringing recognition to the wines of Fattoria dei Barbi.

An innovator and a pioneer of modern viticulture, opening of the first retail wine shop in Italy at the Fortress of Montalcino was his idea. Continuing his string of “firsts”, he started a mail-order business to sell Tuscan wines, and was also the first to make sales overseas in many markets. The opening of the Fattoria dei Barbi cellar to visitors in the 1950’s was one of the first steps in developing the region’s wine tourism.

After the death of Giovanni Colombini in 1976, Fattoria dei Barbi was managed first by his daughter Francesca, and afterwards by his nephew Stefano who continued to develop and expand the property into what we see today.

Now under management of Stefano Cinelli Colombini, Fattoria dei Barbi extends over 306 hectares at Montalcino and Scansano, producing 800,000 bottles annually, 200,000 of which are Brunello di Montalcino. There are three Brunelli, including the flagship Brunello di Montalcino (“blue label”), a single-vineyard Brunello Vigna del Fiore (“white label”), and a Riserva (“red label”). They also produce a Rosso di Montalcino, a Morellino di Scansano, and a range of Tuscan IGT reds and whites.

Produced since 1892, Barbi Brunello (aka “blue label”) is the “heart”of the estate’s production from 100% Sangiovese Grosso grown on the estate’s best Montalcino vineyards. In the Fattoria dei Barbi cellar, you can view a collection of thousands of bottles of Brunello dating all the way back to the original 1892 vintage.

Introducing the 2010 Fattoria dei Barbi Brunello di Montalcino, a remarkable red wine from the Tuscany region of Italy. With its enticing aromas and impeccable balance, this Sangiovese Grosso varietal is sure to captivate even the most discerning wine connoisseur.

In the glass, this wine showcases a deep red color that exudes richness and elegance. Enticing scents of burnt orange peel and cherry immediately greet the nose, accompanied by delicate hints of dried bark and mahogany. The bouquet is a true symphony of aromas that promises a complex and enticing tasting experience.

On the palate, the 2010 Fattoria dei Barbi Brunello di Montalcino reveals its true character. Full-bodied and densely packed, it displays a perfect harmony between fruit, tannins, and acidity. The wine possesses both finesse and strength, showcasing the best qualities of this renowned producer. It is a true testament to the exceptional quality of the vintage.

Renowned wine critic James Suckling awarded this wine an outstanding score of 96 points, recognizing its remarkable potential for aging. He suggests waiting until 2018 to fully appreciate its true quality. Similarly, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded it an impressive score of 94 points, highlighting the wine's tightly wound personality that unravels gracefully over time. Monica Larner, the reviewer, praises its dried fruit, cigar box, crushed mineral, and plum notes, as well as its tonic mouthfeel and velvety spice.

Wine Spectator awarded the 2010 Fattoria dei Barbi Brunello di Montalcino a score of 92 points, noting its broad and savory profile, with flavors of licorice, leather, and tobacco. The beefy tannins provide structure, and the lingering finish promises a delightful evolution with age. Wine & Spirits also recognized its powerfully structured nature, with gripping tannins and brambly fruit flavors. The fresh acidity suggests that this wine will become even more expressive with a few years of cellaring.

With its impeccable reviews and impressive aging potential, the 2010 Fattoria dei Barbi Brunello di Montalcino is a must-have for any serious wine collector or enthusiast. Indulge in a bottle of this exceptional wine and experience the true essence of Tuscany in every sip.