2019 Castiglion del Bosco Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Tuscany, Italy

(95 Points)  ----------  (Vinous)

The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino is a gorgeous interpretation of Northwest Montalcino terroir, with a darkly alluring bouquet of sage and rosemary giving way to crushed blackberries and stone dust. This opens with a lovely inner sweetness, perfectly balanced by crisp red fruits, mineral tones and a core of vibrant acidity. It finishes grippy and long yet surprisingly fresh, with a staining of primary concentration that lingers on and on. (EG)   Review Date: 12/2023