(a blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and syrah): Bright red. Fruit-driven aromas of blueberry, strawberry and roast coffee; shows an exotic, candied-fruit character typical of many Tuscan Coast cabernet/merlot/syrah blends. Sweet and lush on entry, then mountingly austere toward the back, showing floral and dark chocolate flavors and lovely vinosity. Finishes with very good persistence.
The 2010 Bolgheri Il Bruciato bursts from the glass with sweet red cherries, flowers, spices, cinnamon, mint and violets, all of which come through in a vibrant, vinous style meant for drinking over the next few years. The plummy, juicy expression of fruit is highly appealing and also nicely balanced by the wine’s power. Il Bruciato is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 20% Syrah plus a dollop of other red grapes. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2016.
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