Brunello di Montalcino

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James Suckling
Posted: September 25, 2002

Claudio Basla makes his single-vineyard Brunello only when vintage quality merits. Great Wines of Tuscany Super Tuscans Chianti Classico Tuscan Values Tuscan Red Wine Vintage Chart Brunello di Montalcino Vintage Chart Claudio Basla's warm office was a welcome retreat one chilly morning this spring after a motorcycle ride from my house, near Arezzo, through the northern vineyards of Montalcino.

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