2016 Col d'Orcia Brunello di Montalcino Methusalem (5 liter)
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| Type of Wine | Red |
|---|---|
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Appellation | |
| Winery | |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Grape | |
| Content (Alc) | 5 ltr (14.5%) |
| Drink window | 2022 - 2040 |
Description
In the rural beauty of Tuscany, more than 40 kilometers south of Siena, lies a small architectural wonder: Montalcino. The name of this town is taken from the Latin "Mons Ilcinus": hill of holm oaks. Col d'Orcia literally means “hill overlooking the river Orcia”. The production area that marks the south-west border of the Brunello di Montalcino region is inextricably linked to the position where the vineyards are planted. The mission of Col d'Orcia is to produce the best wines with the obtained and exceptional combination of the terroir and the climate in this area of Montalcino. Since 1973, this wine estate has been owned by the Cinzano family, a big name in the world of the drinks industry and today led by Count Francesco Marone Cinzano. It is important to mention that Col d'Orcia makes one of the few organically certified Brunellos. So no pesticides, fertilizers or other chemicals and that is the motto. A healthy vineyard with top grapes makes top wines and not the chemistry box.
Fermentation on the skins for about 18-20 days, at controlled temperatures below 28 ° C and in 150 hl wide and shallow stainless steel tanks. These are specially designed and built to allow the tannins and color to excel.Aging: 4 years, of which 3 in 25-50 and 75 hl oak barrels from Slavonia and Allier, followed by at least 12 months of refinement in bottles stored at controlled temperatures .
Brunello has always been a great wine and a pleasure to drink. When young, it is rich in scents of fruit and flowers. With age it acquires complex ethereal characteristics and offers a bouquet with an aroma of autumn leaves. In the glass, the Col d'Orcia is ruby red with violet tones. Elegant and complex aromas of red fruits such as cherries, sour cherries and spicy aromas. Balanced and structured with pleasantly ripe tannins. The aftertaste is long, fruity and sustainable. This is a beautiful 5 liter Methuselah in a wooden box (OWC/1). Even tastier and drinkable for even longer.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you pick up the wine you will often receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Collect' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
Specifications
| Block Bundle Options | No |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | Red |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Appellation | Brunello di Montalcino |
| Winery | Col d'Orcia |
| Grape | Sangiovese |
| Biological certified | Yes |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Drinking as of | 2022 |
| Drinking till | 2040 |
| Alcohol % | 14.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 5 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 93 |
| James Suckling rating | 93 |
| Vinous rating | 95 |
| Tasting Profiles | Earthy, Rustic, Dry, Aged on wood, Powerful, Spicy, Mineral, Red fruit, Tannines, Full |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden |
Professional Reviews
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 93
Reviewed by:
Monica Larner
Release Price:
$55
Drink Date:
2023 - 2040
The Col d'Orcia 2016 Brunello di Montalcino is a widely available wine with an ample production of 240,000 bottles. It is also a landmark wine in Montalcino, although it tends to be very vintage-sensitive, with some releases showing much better than others. In the case of the twofold 2015 and 2016 powerhouse vintages, I like both wines about the same. This cooler vintage shows dark fruit and spice, while there's an extra layer of leather or cigar ash at the back. This wine is made with organic fruit. It displays a mid-weight mouthfeel with tight tannins and lively acidity, the kind that will cut through your favorite steak dinner.
There is very exciting news to come from Col d'Orcia concerning the new products made by the estate. These count a new honey made thanks to bee hives on the property (Montalcino is home to some of Italy's best honey), tobacco to make an in-house Toscano cigar and a new beer made with organic malted barley grown on the estate and brewed with the Birrificio Olmaia.
Published: Nov 30, 2020
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James Suckling
COL D'ORCIA BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2016
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
CountryItaly
RegionTuscany
Vintage2016
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Score
93
A very polished, refined red with berry and flower aromas, as well as hints of citrus and rose petals. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a juicy finish. Lovely polish. From organically grown grapes. Give it a year or two to come around, but already very pretty.
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Vinous
95
Drinking Window
2026 - 2038
From: Buckle Your Seatbelts: 2019 Brunello and 2021 Rosso di Montalcino (Dec 2023)
The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino is a total pleasure. I was expecting a bruiser but found a beguiling blend of spiced orange and dusty cherries complemented by a cascade of rosy florals. It’s round and plaint, showing its southern Montalcino fruit with pride, yet refined, silky and harmonious, with a core of saline minerality that adds a tactile crunch toward the close. Grippy tannins are front and center through the long and dramatic finale, as hints of licorice and a bitter tinge of blackberry seeds punctuate the finale. This is pure seduction.
- By Eric Guido on November 2023
The big news for Col d'Orcia fans is the release of the 2016 Riserva Poggio al Vento, which stands shoulder to shoulder with the best vintages ever produced of this wine. The next Poggio al Vento we’ll see will be the 2019, released in two years’ time. The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino is a beautiful wine that shows the warmth of the south but in a very balanced way. That said, I found it more forward and accessible than expected. It should be a fun wine to follow while waiting for the 2016 Poggio al Vento to awaken from its long slumber. It is also important to note that the ever-forward-thinking and open-minded Barone Francesco Marone Cinzano continues to research to understand how to best deal with the onset of global warming. Beyond emergency irrigation, the winery is working to increase the organic substances in their soil using green manure and minimal tillage. They’ve also begun using fewer pump-overs and looking to reduce the time the wines are matured in oak, all while experimenting with native yeasts and spontaneous fermentations.
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In the rural beauty of Tuscany, more than 40 kilometers south of Siena, lies a small architectural wonder: Montalcino. The name of this town is derived from the Latin "Mons Ilcinus": hill of holm oaks. Col d'Orcia literally means "hill overlooking the river Orcia". The production area that marks the southwestern border of the Brunello di Montalcino region is inextricably linked to the position where the vineyards are planted. The mission of Col d'Orcia is to produce the best wines with the obtained and exceptional combination of the terroir and the climate in this area of Montalcino. Since 1973, this wine estate has been owned by the Cinzano family, a big name in the world of the beverage industry and today led by Count Francesco Marone Cinzano.
The domain is steeped in tradition and gives pride of place to the Sangiovese (80% of the vineyards). It refuses to engage in 'bodybuilding' with its wines. They are timeless wines, which mature in large casks (150hl).
Of course there is the Brunello di Montalcino, but also the rare Riserva, two wines of great class with a long shelf life. For slightly earlier consumption, there is the Rosso di Montalcino and Banditella as a 'single vineyard' cru. Special wines in the range are Nearco and especially Olmaia, which, with its international character, thanks to the 100% Cabernet, seeks the Super Tuscans' rapprochement. The Sant'Antimo Pinot Grigio conquers the heart of every lover of top Italian white wines.
In the rural beauty of Tuscany, more than 40 kilometers south of Siena, lies a small architectural wonder: Montalcino. The name of this town is taken from the Latin "Mons Ilcinus": hill of holm oaks. Col d'Orcia literally means “hill overlooking the river Orcia”. The production area that marks the south-west border of the Brunello di Montalcino region is inextricably linked to the position where the vineyards are planted. The mission of Col d'Orcia is to produce the best wines with the obtained and exceptional combination of the terroir and the climate in this area of Montalcino. Since 1973, this wine estate has been owned by the Cinzano family, a big name in the world of the drinks industry and today led by Count Francesco Marone Cinzano. It is important to mention that Col d'Orcia makes one of the few organically certified Brunellos. So no pesticides, fertilizers or other chemicals and that is the motto. A healthy vineyard with top grapes makes top wines and not the chemistry box.
Fermentation on the skins for about 18-20 days, at controlled temperatures below 28 ° C and in 150 hl wide and shallow stainless steel tanks. These are specially designed and built to allow the tannins and color to excel.Aging: 4 years, of which 3 in 25-50 and 75 hl oak barrels from Slavonia and Allier, followed by at least 12 months of refinement in bottles stored at controlled temperatures .
Brunello has always been a great wine and a pleasure to drink. When young, it is rich in scents of fruit and flowers. With age it acquires complex ethereal characteristics and offers a bouquet with an aroma of autumn leaves. In the glass, the Col d'Orcia is ruby red with violet tones. Elegant and complex aromas of red fruits such as cherries, sour cherries and spicy aromas. Balanced and structured with pleasantly ripe tannins. The aftertaste is long, fruity and sustainable. This is a beautiful 5 liter Methuselah in a wooden box (OWC/1). Even tastier and drinkable for even longer.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you pick up the wine you will often receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Collect' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
| Block Bundle Options | No |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | Red |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Appellation | Brunello di Montalcino |
| Winery | Col d'Orcia |
| Grape | Sangiovese |
| Biological certified | Yes |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Drinking as of | 2022 |
| Drinking till | 2040 |
| Alcohol % | 14.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 5 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Parker rating | 93 |
| James Suckling rating | 93 |
| Vinous rating | 95 |
| Tasting Profiles | Earthy, Rustic, Dry, Aged on wood, Powerful, Spicy, Mineral, Red fruit, Tannines, Full |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden |
Parker
The Wine Advocate
RP 93
Reviewed by:
Monica Larner
Release Price:
$55
Drink Date:
2023 - 2040
The Col d'Orcia 2016 Brunello di Montalcino is a widely available wine with an ample production of 240,000 bottles. It is also a landmark wine in Montalcino, although it tends to be very vintage-sensitive, with some releases showing much better than others. In the case of the twofold 2015 and 2016 powerhouse vintages, I like both wines about the same. This cooler vintage shows dark fruit and spice, while there's an extra layer of leather or cigar ash at the back. This wine is made with organic fruit. It displays a mid-weight mouthfeel with tight tannins and lively acidity, the kind that will cut through your favorite steak dinner.
There is very exciting news to come from Col d'Orcia concerning the new products made by the estate. These count a new honey made thanks to bee hives on the property (Montalcino is home to some of Italy's best honey), tobacco to make an in-house Toscano cigar and a new beer made with organic malted barley grown on the estate and brewed with the Birrificio Olmaia.
Published: Nov 30, 2020
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James Suckling
COL D'ORCIA BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2016
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
CountryItaly
RegionTuscany
Vintage2016
CHECK PRICE
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Score
93
A very polished, refined red with berry and flower aromas, as well as hints of citrus and rose petals. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a juicy finish. Lovely polish. From organically grown grapes. Give it a year or two to come around, but already very pretty.
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua...
Vinous
95
Drinking Window
2026 - 2038
From: Buckle Your Seatbelts: 2019 Brunello and 2021 Rosso di Montalcino (Dec 2023)
The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino is a total pleasure. I was expecting a bruiser but found a beguiling blend of spiced orange and dusty cherries complemented by a cascade of rosy florals. It’s round and plaint, showing its southern Montalcino fruit with pride, yet refined, silky and harmonious, with a core of saline minerality that adds a tactile crunch toward the close. Grippy tannins are front and center through the long and dramatic finale, as hints of licorice and a bitter tinge of blackberry seeds punctuate the finale. This is pure seduction.
- By Eric Guido on November 2023
The big news for Col d'Orcia fans is the release of the 2016 Riserva Poggio al Vento, which stands shoulder to shoulder with the best vintages ever produced of this wine. The next Poggio al Vento we’ll see will be the 2019, released in two years’ time. The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino is a beautiful wine that shows the warmth of the south but in a very balanced way. That said, I found it more forward and accessible than expected. It should be a fun wine to follow while waiting for the 2016 Poggio al Vento to awaken from its long slumber. It is also important to note that the ever-forward-thinking and open-minded Barone Francesco Marone Cinzano continues to research to understand how to best deal with the onset of global warming. Beyond emergency irrigation, the winery is working to increase the organic substances in their soil using green manure and minimal tillage. They’ve also begun using fewer pump-overs and looking to reduce the time the wines are matured in oak, all while experimenting with native yeasts and spontaneous fermentations.
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In the rural beauty of Tuscany, more than 40 kilometers south of Siena, lies a small architectural wonder: Montalcino. The name of this town is derived from the Latin "Mons Ilcinus": hill of holm oaks. Col d'Orcia literally means "hill overlooking the river Orcia". The production area that marks the southwestern border of the Brunello di Montalcino region is inextricably linked to the position where the vineyards are planted. The mission of Col d'Orcia is to produce the best wines with the obtained and exceptional combination of the terroir and the climate in this area of Montalcino. Since 1973, this wine estate has been owned by the Cinzano family, a big name in the world of the beverage industry and today led by Count Francesco Marone Cinzano.
The domain is steeped in tradition and gives pride of place to the Sangiovese (80% of the vineyards). It refuses to engage in 'bodybuilding' with its wines. They are timeless wines, which mature in large casks (150hl).
Of course there is the Brunello di Montalcino, but also the rare Riserva, two wines of great class with a long shelf life. For slightly earlier consumption, there is the Rosso di Montalcino and Banditella as a 'single vineyard' cru. Special wines in the range are Nearco and especially Olmaia, which, with its international character, thanks to the 100% Cabernet, seeks the Super Tuscans' rapprochement. The Sant'Antimo Pinot Grigio conquers the heart of every lover of top Italian white wines.
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