Poggio Salvi Brunello di Montalcino 1994

Brunello is a special clone of Sangiovese, nurtured in Montalcino, an enclave of Tuscany south of the region’s other big star, Chianti. Its skins tend to be thicker and the wines are renowned for their high acidity and tannins. This enables the finest examples to age for decades. This rare 1994 is from an estate that has been making wine since the 16th century. It lies in the south of Montalcino, looking out over the Tyrrhenian Sea. Vineyards lie at 480 metres and, blown by coastal breezes, the grapes are particularly healthy and retain good acidity for ageing. Matured for 30 months in large Slavonian oak foudres, the wine shows complex, subtle notes of spice, oak, dried cherry and leather. Stand upright to allow any sediment to settle.