2017 Amore e Magia Brunello di Montalcino, Podere Le Ripi
Deep ruby with brick tints. On the nose are complex aromas ranging from the intense smell of cherry, strawberry and violet to the fresh balsamic note of herbs. The palate shows ripe fruit, a hint of baked earth and very fine, elegant tannins.
2017 Amore e Magia Brunello di Montalcino, Podere Le Ripi
Deep ruby with brick tints. On the nose are complex aromas ranging from the intense smell of cherry, strawberry and violet to the fresh balsamic note of herbs. The palate shows ripe fruit, a hint of baked earth and very fine, elegant tannins.
Vinous
The bouquet on the 2017 Brunello di Montalcino Amore e Magia is seriously impressive. A beguiling mix of dusty violets, exotic spices, cedar, clove and black cherries wafts up and holds my attention firm. The textures are soothingly plush yet lifted, featuring a sweet and sour display of tart wild berries contrasted by minerals, minty herbs and hints of candied citrus. The tannins arrive late, as this finishes structured and classically dry with nuances of blood orange and wild strawberries. The 2017 Amore e Magia has taken the warmth of the vintage in stride to deliver a Brunello packed full of balanced pleasures. That said, production was down by 50%.
94 Points / Drinking 2023 - 2029
By Eric Guido / December 2021
Vinous
The bouquet on the 2017 Brunello di Montalcino Amore e Magia is seriously impressive. A beguiling mix of dusty violets, exotic spices, cedar, clove and black cherries wafts up and holds my attention firm. The textures are soothingly plush yet lifted, featuring a sweet and sour display of tart wild berries contrasted by minerals, minty herbs and hints of candied citrus. The tannins arrive late, as this finishes structured and classically dry with nuances of blood orange and wild strawberries. The 2017 Amore e Magia has taken the warmth of the vintage in stride to deliver a Brunello packed full of balanced pleasures. That said, production was down by 50%.
94 Points / Drinking 2023 - 2029
By Eric Guido / December 2021