La Mannella 2012 Poggiarelli (Brunello di Montalcino)

Country: Italy / Poggiarelli
Variety: Sangiovese Tuscany
Winery: La Mannella / Brunello di Montalcino

French oak, coconut, underbrush and a balsamic aroma follow through to the full-bodied palate along with licorice, espresso, dried cherry and raw cranberry. Raspy tannins provide the assertive frame work and clench the finish. Give the tannins a few years to relax then drink to capture the remaining fruit.