The 2013 Altesino Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli is a distinguished red wine from Tuscany, Italy, crafted from the Sangiovese Grosso varietal. Produced by Altesino, this wine emerges from the prestigious Montosoli vineyard, a cool and elevated site known for yielding wines of remarkable elegance.
Decanter describes the wine's nose as "subdued but appealing," with a palate that is "supple but concentrated and spicy," awarding it a score of 92. The wine's fine length and depth of flavor are highlighted, although it is noted as "less vigorous than the regular Brunello."
James Suckling praises the wine with a high score of 98, noting its "opulent aromas of plum, dark berry, flower and sandalwood." He describes the wine as having a "full body," with a "dense yet vivid and energetic" character, and recommends drinking it from 2021.
Wine Spectator also rates this wine highly, with a score of 97, appreciating its "expressive, supple red" nature. They note the wine's "terrific balance" and "long iron and saline aftertaste," suggesting the wine is best enjoyed between 2021 and 2038.
Wine Enthusiast awards the wine an impressive 99, indicating its potential for aging. This "gorgeous, vibrant red" is lauded for its "enticing aromas" and "stunning, savory palate," with notes of "juicy red cherry, pomegranate, white pepper, and star anise."
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gives it a score of 95, emphasizing its "robust intensity and power," with firm tannins and a structure that plays up red fruit and spice.
Vinous, awarding the wine a 97, highlights its "gorgeous mélange of black raspberry and dried cherry," with a "balance that will carry it for many years."
Overall, the 2013 Altesino Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli is celebrated for its elegance, complexity, and aging potential, earning high praise from multiple reviewers.