Altesino, Brunello di Montalcino, Riserva 2017 California The hilltop town of Sancerre

The hilltop town of Sancerre is surrounded by a commune of villages that collectively make up its eponymous appellation

It leaves a lingering impression of sweet tea and dried rose petals

we select and buy apple juices from cidermakers or farmers in several French regions with a rich cider-making tradition like Pays d’Othe

Calls for short rib or seasoned

M+ to full-bodied

Altesino, Brunello di Montalcino, Riserva 2017 California The hilltop town of SancerreReceived in Original Carton 95 Points Jeb Dunnuck There is a more forward personality to the 2017 Brunello Di Montalcino Riserva, which pours a slightly darker hue. Aromas of black cherry, scorched earth, and violets emerge from the glass. Medium to full bodied, it delivers more ripe concentration, with black raspberry, tea leaf, cedar, and rosemary. It is elegant yet expressive of the warm vintage, with fine, ripe tannins and ripe fresh fruit through