Wine Reviews

There is a broad attack to this red, whose black cherry, blackberry, plum and blueberry flavors are accented with iron and menthol. Muscular, with spiky tannins, yet remains balanced, lively and detailed on the persistent aftertaste. Patience is required.

Saturated flavors of black cherry, black currant and blueberry mark this dense, muscular red. Accents of tar, iron, wild herbs and sea salt add depth and a savory character, while the burly tannins flex their muscles on the finish.

Effusive aromas and flavors of black cherry, blackberry, violet, mineral and green forest mark this reserved red. Vibrant acidity and dense, dusty tannins underline everything, while the complex elements converge on the persistent aftertaste. This is balanced and just needs time to integrate.

The 2021 Brunello di Montalcino leans into the riper and sweeter side of the vintage, delivering notable power driven in part by its elevated 15.5% alcohol. Plush fruit concentration and a sense of softness define the palate, which finishes with medium- to full-bodied weight and an immediately accessible profile. Produced in a sizable quantity of 120,000 bottles, this Brunello reflects the estate’s broad-appeal style in a warm and generous growing season.

Pouring a red/garnet hue, the 2021 Brunello Di Montalcino opens with inward, layered aromas of leather, preserved red cherries, baking spice, violets, balsamic, and walnut. The palate is medium to full-bodied and seamless, with generous fruit purity, fleshy tannins, refreshing acidity, and a great finish that keeps it moving. It’s a lovely wine right out of the gate and should continue to improve over the next several years.