The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino vintage is considered a "touchstone vintage" and "magical year" for Montalcino, offering structured, age-worthy wines with profound depth, soaring acidity, and plenty of drinking pleasure. It was a temperate growing season with an ideal combination of rain, sun, and temperatures, including significant diurnal temperature differences that allowed for long, slow, and simultaneous ripening of sugars and polyphenols. Many consider it a benchmark against which other vintages will be compared. The Altesino 2016 Brunello di Montalcino displays a lively and fruit-forward ensemble with an infectious and cheerful sense of energy. It has ample aromas of violet, wild berries, tobacco, chocolate, and vanilla. On the palate, it is rich, full-bodied, and velvety, with supple tannins and freshness on the finish. Notes of fresh raspberry, rosemary, lavender, and Mediterranean herbs are also present. It's a tonic and crisp expression of Sangiovese with lifted berry aromas backed by subtle spice, tar, and licorice. 【A "touchstone" and "magical" vintage, offering profound depth, soaring acidity, and exceptional aging potential.】 The wine of choice for rich dishes such as osso buco, pot roasts, barbecues, and beef stew. It also pairs well with venison and other hearty red meat dishes. This highly acclaimed Brunello is perfect for a significant celebration, a formal dinner, or as a cellar addition for those who appreciate age-worthy Italian reds. Its energetic and fresh character also makes it enjoyable in its youth.