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A fresh and fragrant nose with cherries, dried cranberries, hints of rose hips, sandalwood and dried orange. Some wet stone character, too. Bright and juicy on the medium-bodied palate with dusty tannins and savory character to the red fruit and vivid acidity. Textured and chalky. Attractive now, but better after 2026.

This is racy and fresh with dried strawberries, dark cherries, cocoa and light spices adding a dusty, earthy note to it. Medium- to full-bodied, broad and structured with taut, polished tannins. Yet it’s agile and fleshy with ripe red fruit and subtle chocolate undertones at the end. Long finish. Try after 2027.

Notes of red plums and cherries with hints of blue flowers, ground cloves and bark. Medium- to full-bodied with fine, velvety tannins rounding your palate. Dry and juicy with some austerity at the end. Chalky and mineral. Try after 2028.

Attractive spicy character here with vibrant red fruit, dried citrus peel and sandalwood. Medium-bodied, textured and chewy, yet it is fresh and juicy with a hint of raw mushroom and a dry, chalky finish. Better from 2028.

This is more vibrant and fruit-forward offering notes of dark cherries, wild berries, spices and dried flowers. Hints of bark, too. Medium-bodied. Firm but refined and polished with a juicy center palate that leads to a linear, lightly chewy finish. Try after 2027.

Cranberries, rose hips, and tangerine peel followed by thyme, almonds, and a touch of dried meats. Medium-bodied, fine-grained tannins and refreshing acidity. Nice balance and tension with good drinkability here. Drink or hold. Screw cap.

A mix of dark and red fruits followed by tree bark, rosemary, bitter nuts, and dried red flowers. Medium-bodied with firm tannins and refreshing acidity. A zesty and succulent wine with balance and structure. Drink or hold.

Cranberries, rose hips, and tangerine peel followed by thyme, almonds, and a touch of dried meats. Medium-bodied, fine-grained tannins and refreshing acidity. Nice balance and tension with good drinkability here. Drink or hold. Screw cap.

“The nose is herbaceous, metallic and slightly earthy, with notes of pepper, pencil shavings, fennel, balsamic and soil shining above a fruity undertone. On the palate, cherry, plum and orange trees sprout from a continued earthiness, which is emphasized by dusty tannins, while lightly crackling acid provides balance.” — Danielle Callegari, Wine Enthusiast

“Dusty and floral, the 2019 Brunello di Montalcino opens with a perfumed blend of dried roses,  cherries, mint and lavender candies. It’s elegant and seamlessly silky on the palate, enveloping the senses with ripe red berry fruits contrasted by a bitter clove tinge. A core of brisk acidity maintains a lovely balance as a web of fine tannins saturates the palate, and a pleasantly chewy sensation remains. The 2019 is classic to the core. ” -Eric Gaudio, Vinous