Rated: 91 pts - The Wine Advocate
Rated: 87 pts - Wine Spectator
Rated: 90 pts - Wine Enthusiast

Wine Color: Red
Vintage: 2006
Varietal: Sangiovese
Style: Still
Size: 750ml
Origin: Europe > Italy > Tuscany | Toscana > Montalcino

Food Pairing: Beef, Poultry
Taste: Full Bodied, Balanced

The Wine Advocate 91 pts - Antonio Galloni
The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Cantine Leonardo is an inviting wine graced with open, radiant fruit and soft, engaging personality. Sweet spices and vanilla add complexity on the rich, creamy finish. This is an excellent choice for near-term drinking. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2020.

Wine Spectator 87 pts - Bruce Sanderson
Shows plenty of spicy oak, with clove, cedar and vanilla elements giving way to candied berry. There are aggressive tannins as well. Best from 2013 through 2023. 1,000 cases imported.

Wine Enthusiast 90 pts - Monica Larner
This bright Brunello is accented by generous tones of clove, spice and dark berry fruit. The mouthfeel is rich but also lively at the same time and overall this wine would make a great companion to lamb or grilled steak.

Description:
Clear, purple-red in colour, with good depth and 'legs' indicating the certain structure. Intensely perfumed on the nose, with fruit aromas including blackberries, blackcurrants and cherries a dominant theme. In the mouth, the wine is full bodied, with tremendous depth and richness, attractive fruit and well balanced acidity. This is the classic wine for roast meat dishes, both wild game and more traditional roasts. It also makes a perfect partner for mature cheeses, especially Pecorino or Parmisan style cheese.

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