World Wine 2001 Pertimali Brunello di Montalcino

Tuscany, Italy Pertimali Brunello di Montalcino from Livio Sassetti is one of the elite wines of Tuscany. The heralded 2001 vintage is already in great demand even before the critics reviews are out. Consensus Panel rating on this wine is 94 points. Only 1,250 cases made. This one best served after 2009 BUT remarkably approachable with swirling as the tannins are relataively soft. So if you will be picking a great 2001 Brunello to open sooner, this is the one to have. There will be no 2002 vintage from this producer, heightening demand for the great 2001 vintage release. Please take our advice to order early, as supply is very limited! 1 case max per client. Wine Spectator s rating was just published, scoring the 2001 Pertimali 92 points: "Floral and berry character, with hints of cherry. Full-bodied, with soft tannins and lots of sweet, ripe cherry flavors. Best after 2009. 1,250 cases made." Robert Parker makes the best case for buying this wine: "If I had only one Brunello to drink, it would