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Casanova di Neri Brunello di Montalcino Cerretalto 2016

Sangiovese from Tuscany, Italy
LG 110
JS 100
F 100
IWR 100
DE 98
WA 98
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110 POINTS! Luca Gardini: "One of the highlights in the expression of the Riserva, in a vintage blessed, a cru definitively in the history of the denomination. Spontaneous fermentation, about a month of maceration on the skins, raspberry jam to the nose, with touches of nutmeg and laurel. The mouthfeel has sapid and velvety tannins and the finish is fruity-officinal."

100 points James Suckling: "Wow. Incredible purity and transparency with cherries, bark, mushroom, flower and slate/stone on the nose. Full-bodied yet agile and fresh with a fine tannin structure that runs the length of the wine and goes on forever. The polish, elegance and grace is breathtaking. Power with agility. A revelation for the 2016 vintage in Brunello. Drink in 2024 and onwards but wonderful to taste now. (12/6/21)"

100 points Falstaff Guide (3/18/22).

100 points International Wine Report: "The 2016 Casanova di Neri Cerretalto Brunello di Montalcino is an absolutely stunning wine. Cerretalto pushes the limits of perfection each vintage and it has earned the reputaiton as not only one of the finest wines from Montalcino, but in all of Italy. It begins to impress as it offers a gorgeous aromatic profile of dark cherries, dark plums, exotic spices, balsam, black tea, florals and earthy nuances which all take shape beautifully. The palate is just as impressive, as this young Brunello displays a stunning full body with remarkable overall balance. It is impeccably structured and defined, with a striking textural richness that is underlined by a wonderful sense of fresh acidity that carries it into the long finish. This is an utterly thrilling wine that is impressive in its youth, however it is ultimately a wine that is built to last the test of time. I would suspect this will require at least five to ten years of cellaring before it begins to enter its prime drinking window. The Neri Family have once again produced one of the finest wines in the world with this brilliant release. Drink: 2028-2056. (Mar 2022)"

98 points Michaela Morris (Decanter): "Cerretalto is bottled separately in selected vintages only. It is given an additional year of ageing and is typically still patently austere when released. While the 2015 was almost uncharacteristically fleshy, 2016 is a return to Cerretalto’s sinewy personality. It opens gradually with distinct flint, creosote and smoke-infused wild black currants and thyme. The palate is powerful without being weighty, with chiselled tannins that are rigid but not hard-edged. A concentrated core of black salted liquorice, black raspberry and iron is pierced by tangy acidity. Ultimately an elegant wine, this will need time to express all its nuance. Drinking Window: 2025-2045. (Nov 2021)"

98 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "Here's an important keepsake from a classic vintage. The Casanova di Neri 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Cerretalto needs time to open, especially if you plan to drink the wine earlier than is recommended (you're best off waiting five years or more). This powerful wine is packed tight with black fruit, plum and summer ripe cherry. Those dark fruit tones segue to spice, baked clay, balsam herb and gardening soil. The oak is always more apparent in the Cerretalto (which is released one year later, as if it were a Riserva) compared to the Tenuta Nuova. The vineyard used makes a big difference, giving this wine more textural weight and thicker fiber. It's all a question of taste, but if you want power (with 15% alcohol), richness, sensuality and voluptuousness in your Brunello, Cerretalto is the bottle at the end of the rainbow. Drink: 2025-2050. (Feb 2022)"

98 points Wine Spectator: "[$440 list] A dense, racy and expressive red, offering black cherry, black currant, violet and iron aromas and flavors, with a hint of rosemary. This is driven by vivid acidity and refined tannins, which lend both finesse and length. Shows great harmony and elegance. Best from 2025 through 2047. 828 cases made, 145 cases imported. (6/15/22)"

97 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "There’s something intriguing, alluringly dark, earthy – animal, even – yet floral and packed full of rich black fruits and exotic spices that defines the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Cerretalto. This impresses with its cool-toned dark berries and minerals, complemented by bright acidity and sweet inner herbal tones. It’s not yet ready to reveal all of its charms, though it drops subtle hints each step of the way. A bitter twang keeps the expression lively and fresh, while grippy tannins saturate deeply and leave the palate aching with youthful tension, as notes of licorice, clove and a hint of ginger linger. What a wine! Drink: 2026-2034. (Dec 2021)"
110 POINTS! Luca Gardini: "One of the highlights in the expression of the Riserva, in a vintage blessed, a cru definitively in the history of the denomination. Spontaneous fermentation, about a month of maceration on the skins, raspberry jam to the nose, with touches of nutmeg and laurel. The mouthfeel has sapid and velvety tannins and the finish is fruity-officinal."

100 points James Suckling: "Wow. Incredible purity and transparency with cherries, bark, mushroom, flower and slate/stone on the nose. Full-bodied yet agile and fresh with a fine tannin structure that runs the length of the wine and goes on forever. The polish, elegance and grace is breathtaking. Power with agility. A revelation for the 2016 vintage in Brunello. Drink in 2024 and onwards but wonderful to taste now. (12/6/21)"

100 points Falstaff Guide (3/18/22).

100 points International Wine Report: "The 2016 Casanova di Neri Cerretalto Brunello di Montalcino is an absolutely stunning wine. Cerretalto pushes the limits of perfection each vintage and it has earned the reputaiton as not only one of the finest wines from Montalcino, but in all of Italy. It begins to impress as it offers a gorgeous aromatic profile of dark cherries, dark plums, exotic spices, balsam, black tea, florals and earthy nuances which all take shape beautifully. The palate is just as impressive, as this young Brunello displays a stunning full body with remarkable overall balance. It is impeccably structured and defined, with a striking textural richness that is underlined by a wonderful sense of fresh acidity that carries it into the long finish. This is an utterly thrilling wine that is impressive in its youth, however it is ultimately a wine that is built to last the test of time. I would suspect this will require at least five to ten years of cellaring before it begins to enter its prime drinking window. The Neri Family have once again produced one of the finest wines in the world with this brilliant release. Drink: 2028-2056. (Mar 2022)"

98 points Michaela Morris (Decanter): "Cerretalto is bottled separately in selected vintages only. It is given an additional year of ageing and is typically still patently austere when released. While the 2015 was almost uncharacteristically fleshy, 2016 is a return to Cerretalto’s sinewy personality. It opens gradually with distinct flint, creosote and smoke-infused wild black currants and thyme. The palate is powerful without being weighty, with chiselled tannins that are rigid but not hard-edged. A concentrated core of black salted liquorice, black raspberry and iron is pierced by tangy acidity. Ultimately an elegant wine, this will need time to express all its nuance. Drinking Window: 2025-2045. (Nov 2021)"

98 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "Here's an important keepsake from a classic vintage. The Casanova di Neri 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Cerretalto needs time to open, especially if you plan to drink the wine earlier than is recommended (you're best off waiting five years or more). This powerful wine is packed tight with black fruit, plum and summer ripe cherry. Those dark fruit tones segue to spice, baked clay, balsam herb and gardening soil. The oak is always more apparent in the Cerretalto (which is released one year later, as if it were a Riserva) compared to the Tenuta Nuova. The vineyard used makes a big difference, giving this wine more textural weight and thicker fiber. It's all a question of taste, but if you want power (with 15% alcohol), richness, sensuality and voluptuousness in your Brunello, Cerretalto is the bottle at the end of the rainbow. Drink: 2025-2050. (Feb 2022)"

98 points Wine Spectator: "[$440 list] A dense, racy and expressive red, offering black cherry, black currant, violet and iron aromas and flavors, with a hint of rosemary. This is driven by vivid acidity and refined tannins, which lend both finesse and length. Shows great harmony and elegance. Best from 2025 through 2047. 828 cases made, 145 cases imported. (6/15/22)"

97 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "There’s something intriguing, alluringly dark, earthy – animal, even – yet floral and packed full of rich black fruits and exotic spices that defines the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Cerretalto. This impresses with its cool-toned dark berries and minerals, complemented by bright acidity and sweet inner herbal tones. It’s not yet ready to reveal all of its charms, though it drops subtle hints each step of the way. A bitter twang keeps the expression lively and fresh, while grippy tannins saturate deeply and leave the palate aching with youthful tension, as notes of licorice, clove and a hint of ginger linger. What a wine! Drink: 2026-2034. (Dec 2021)"
Product SKU 341687
Producer Casanova di Neri
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
SubRegion Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Varietal Sangiovese
Vintage 2016
Size 750ml
Color Red
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