Capanna Brunello Di Montalcino 2016 750ml
DescriptionSmall can be mighty, especially when the vintage aligns perfectly. Capanna, one of Montalcino's boutique treasures, captured lightning in a bottle with their 2016 Brunello. This is what happens when artisanal dedication meets ideal conditions.
The 2016 vintage provided everything a small producer could dream of - perfect weather meant less intervention needed, allowing Capanna to focus on gentle guidance rather than correction. When nature cooperates, the winemaker's job becomes one of preservation rather than manipulation.
The aromatics announce 2016's greatness immediately. Pure Sangiovese perfume - violets, roses, and iris - mingles with perfectly ripe cherry and wild strawberry. The complexity builds with air, revealing leather, tobacco, and that distinctive Montalcino earthiness. No heavy extraction or excessive oak masks this terroir expression.
On the palate, Capanna shows what careful hands can achieve. The texture combines power with finesse, concentration with transparency. Tannins are substantial yet incredibly fine, promising decades of evolution while remaining approachable. Every element exists in harmony - a hallmark of great vintages.
Capanna's 2016 Brunello punches well above its weight class. While lacking the marketing muscle of larger estates, it delivers quality that stands with anyone. For those seeking authentic, artisanal Brunello from a legendary vintage, this small producer offers mighty rewards.
