- From the Cerrino and Cigaleta vineyards
- 350 meters above sea level 3 KM to the northeast of the town of Montalcino
- Vines are an average of 45 years old
- Sandy clay soil with Galestro schist
- Spontaneous fermentation and maceration in open-top, upright oak fermenters for 21 days
- Aged in large Slavonian oak casks of 10-40 hectoliters for just under 4 years
- Rested 6 months in bottle before release
- 900 cases produced on average annually
- First year of production 1989
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2020
Country:
Italy
Region:
Tuscany
Appellation:
Brunello di Montalcino
Variety:
Sangiovese
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | IT-TIZ-20-20 | 12/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
Jeb Dunnuck
Score
94
Date
2025-01-30
"Sporting an orange-tinged red color, the 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino Poggio Cerrino was aged for 44 months in large Slavonian oak casks and comes from 35-year-old vines on rocky soils with more limestone to the north within the appellation. It boasts a savory profile in its notes of licorice oregano, dried cherries, spice, and woodsy earth. Medium-bodied, it is salty and energetic on the palate, with a balanced, angular feel, a mineral-driven texture, and a persistent finish. Drink 2026-2040."
Kerin O'Keefe
Score
92
Date
2024-12-01
"Camphor, blue flower, baked plum and exotic dark spice aromas form the nose. Full-bodied and concentrated, the robust palate recalls blackberry brandy, fleshy Morello cherry, vanilla and licorice accompanied by the warmth of alchohol. Velvety tannins provide enveloping support. Drink 2027–2032. Abv: 15% Kerin O'Keefe"
Vinous
Score
92
Date
2024-11-26
"The 2020 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Poggio Cerrino mixes notes of black tea and tobacco with dark chocolate and crushed sour cherries to form its sweet and sour bouquet. It's surprisingly juicy in feel with soft textures offset by tart wild berries and minty herbs that add lift toward the close. The palate is left drenched in primary concentration as this finishes long, structured and slightly bitter."
Jancis Robinson
Score
17
Date
2024-12-12
"Mid ruby with orange tinges. Hints of candied cherry, rosemary and damson with a saline, minerally undertow. Crunchy raspberry fruit with a layer of fine tannins that hold up on the finish. Elegant and fluid with just a touch of dried fruit on the finish. Has real complexity. (WS)"
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
2019
Vinous
Score
93
Date
2023-12-07
"The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Poggio Cerrino grumbles up from the glass with an earthy bouquet that blends crushed rocks with savory herbs, olive and clove. This displays textures of pure silk offset by cooling acidity as ripe red and black fruit slowly saturate. A bitter dark chocolate tinge develops through the close as the 2019 finishes youthfully tense and structured with fine tannins that frame the experience nicely."
2019
Jancis Robinson
Score
17.5
Date
2023-11-14
"Dark ruby with orange tinges. Undeniably concentrated on the nose and with a hint of damson, but still a little brooding and with minerally, saline notes and a hint of morocco leather. Bags of tangy fruit on the palate that is at the same time composed and with gorgeous gravelly tannins. Great length and lots of juice on the finish. Can be approached now but has all the building blocks to age gracefully. Proper old-school stuff. (WS) 14%"
2018
Jancis Robinson
Score
16.5
Date
2022-12-12
2017
Vinous
Score
90
Date
2021-12-01
2016
Vinous
Score
91
Date
2020-11-24