Wine Advocate Score 93
The 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva emerges from the glass with a broad-shouldered personality. Quite understandably, the fruit here is richer and deeper than in the 2005 Brunello, yet the wine’s volume has been achieved while retaining gorgeous clarity and precision. Sweet spices, licorice, menthol and tar add complexity on the generous, enveloping finish. This is a wonderful effort from Caparzo. In 2004 the Riserva was sourced from Il Cassero (60%) and Caparzo (40%) but the wine is best described as a selection of the best casks in the cellar. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate # 188, Apr 2010

Wine Spectator Score: 91
Wonderfully aromatic, with tangerine, milk chocolate and plum. Full-bodied, with polished, silky tannins that follow through to a strawberry and plum aftertaste. Reserved and very pretty. Best after 2011. 1,250 cases made. –JS
Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Issue: Jun 15, 2010