Brunello di Montalcino

Score

93

Score

93

Score

93

Score

92

Score

93

Score

93

Score

92

Score

92

"Savory plums, roasted sesame, oranges and hints of tar and meaty spices on the nose, leading to a svelte, medium-bodied palate with structured, frosted tannins that add grip to the long, savory finish. Drink or hold."

Score

92

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91

Score

90

Score

90

"Sweet violets and roses giving way to crushed plums and flowery underbrush form a nuanced and inviting bouquet as the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino unfolds in the glass. It,s soft, round and built on purity. There's a saline tinge to its wild berry fruits as a subtle tug of sour citrus adds contrast. The 2018 finishes lightly tannic, savory and almost salty in character, with a touch of brown spice that adds a bit of a rustic flair. While quite enjoyable, the 2018 will be best consumed over the short term. It's a thoroughly balanced Brunello, yet the finish gives me pause from an aging standpoint."