From a prime, high-altitude (350 meters, Montalcino’s sweet spot) vineyard in the Southeast of the appellation, this is a top-rank Brunello at just an unbelievable price for what it is.
Multiple “outstanding” ratings from Vinous, Suckling and the excellent German publication Falstaff.
Vinous:
The 2017 Brunello di Montalcino is youthfully dark and inward, but coaxing reveals a bouquet of crushed ashen stone, dusty florals, sour cherries and a hint of animal musk. There’s a pliant, plush texture that communicates elegance, as saline-tinged red and hints of blue fruit flesh out across the palate. While structured, this retains energy through the finale, where notes of salted licorice, violets and a twang of tart citrus keep the mouth watering for more…superbly balanced and should drink beautifully after only a short stay in the cellar.
Suckling says:
A rich Brunello, like many 2017s, but shows some form and tension at the same time, with a plum, chocolate and berry aftertaste. Hints of walnuts and cedar, too. Give it time to soften. Drink after 2023.
And Falstaff:
Radiant, luminous ruby red. An aroma of medium expression, followed by a little wax, hardwood, blood orange, and soft notions of red berries. Lovely juiciness, with pithy salty tannins, and red berries to complement the tasty finish, tailing off with minimal dryness.
