Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino Le Gode di Montosoli

open it atleast 2 hrs before serving, really opened up well and the nose was just amazing

Still showing well with as deep garnet in a big glass. Fruit - dark cherry - certainly not primary but shows well especially with steak. A good amount of tobacco/cigar box and dustiness coming through but enough acidity so the finish wasn't dirty. Didn't get tired after 2-3 hours either which sometimes happens with the 20+ Y.O. non-riservas. Reports of it's death may be over-stated, but this is a "if you have it then drink it" wine.

Getting soft... Over the hill. Nonetheless lovely.

Tannins have resolved. Surprisingly ripe. Lots of sweet cherry and plum extending all the way into the finish. Bit of dustiness to go with it. I'm not sure I would have pegged it for a 19-year old Brunello had I tasted blind.

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Decanted for about an hour. Cork extruded 1 mm, a bit mushroom-capped. Dark garnet with some scarlet at the edges. Nose took about an hour to bloom but eventually gave forth scents of pine forest, soy, earth, cilantro, plum. Palate also broadened and deepened 1 to 2 hours in, with layers of earthy black cherry, tart black plum, licorice, anise, a bit of char, and coffee. Moderate acidity brought out freshness, counterpointing smooth but muscular tannins. Very long finish with …

Double decanted, bif of funk on the nose blew off after one hour, mushrooms, good dark fruit, still vibrant. Excellent showing.

Smoke, tobacco and licorice. Savory. richly fruited on the palate, still going strong, second day open.

This wine opened quick and was excellent with sirloin and mushrooms and chocolate. Tasted of mocha, dried plum and anise with dark cherry notes. Very smooth tannins and balanced flavors with matching aroma. Not real complex but a nice finish and pleasant tasting with our dinner. Drink now and enjoy!

This wine was tasted in double-blind fashion at Vintage Wines, Ltd. The bottle was kindly provided by Tom Kaido. Deep garnet/amber in color, it rapidly shows a beautiful bouquet within 20 minutes in decanter. The aromas are those of leather, mocha, white pepper, plum and earth. Full-bodied on the palate, with medium acidity and melted tannins. The flavors mirror the nose and the middle palate is solid. Long, smooth finish. This bottle was "singing" and, as such, I would encourage …

very soft tannins, drinking very well but i would drink soon

perfect cork, but wine has prunish notes and tastes like it is one foot in the grave. I don't know what to make of it.

this one is ready, drink and enjoy