Tuscany
Ciacci Piccolomini d’Aragona 2007 Pianrosso Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Ripe cherry, strawberry and plum lead the documented fruit profile, with violet, orange rind and spice adding lift. Earth, mineral, tar, leather and cedar bring savoury depth. The palate is fresh and framed by firm tannins, while the finish carries strong length. The result is a structured, mature Brunello whose fruit remains clear against its earthy and mineral detail.
Podere Le Ripi 2019 Cielo d’Ulisse Brunello di Montalcino
Violet, ripe plum and exotic spice rise first, followed by fresh leather and a quiet truffle note. Full-bodied and enveloping, the palate brings ripe black cherry and raspberry compote together with licorice, blood orange and tobacco. Fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity give the wine balance, while a salty mineral note lingers on the close. Serve with roast lamb, wild mushrooms or braised beef.
Ornellaia Eligo dell’Ornellaia Grappa Riserva
Soft fruit and floral aromas lead with fine spice, toasted oak and a subtle note of tobacco. The palate is silky yet powerful, carrying ripe grape character through cocoa, vanilla and warm roasted tones. Sweetness is present but controlled, giving the texture polish rather than weight. The finish is long and harmonious, leaving fruit, spice, gentle oak and a savoury cocoa echo.
Ciacci Piccolomini d’Aragona 2005 Brunello di Montalcino Limited Edition Sponsorship Label Giro d’Italia 2010 750 mL
Wild berries, cassis and white cherry lead the fruit profile, accompanied by spice and smoke. The nose is vertical and intense, while the palate is toned down in dimension. Sangiovese provides the varietal basis and Tuscany the regional context. Berry fruit, spice and smoke remain the focus, with an intense aromatic profile followed by a smaller-scaled palate.
Argiano 2020 Solengo Toscana IGT
Dark and polished on the nose, with blackberry, black olive, wet stone, earth and violet. The palate layers sweeter berry fruit over a persistent metallic mineral line, building depth without losing definition. Powerful tannins and lively acidity give the wine firm structure, while chilli chocolate marks the long, savoury finish.
Corte Pavone 2017 Campo Marzio Brunello di Montalcino
Dark fruit, blackcurrant and spice lead an earthy, mineral-driven profile, with cherries and black tea adding depth. The palate is elegant and tightly wound, framed by chalky, savoury tannins and bright berry fruit. Long and composed through the finish, it is an excellent match for roast lamb, game or porcini.
Il Poggione 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli 750 mL
Intense ruby in the glass, with layered red cherry and plum joined by savoury spice, leather and a quiet tobacco note. The palate is full and concentrated, balancing ripe fruit with bright acidity and firm, polished tannins. Cedar and earthy detail build through the middle, while the finish remains long, structured and composed. Decant before serving with roast beef, braised game, mushroom dishes, truffles or mature hard cheese.
San Giusto a Rentennano 2018 Percarlo Toscana Sangiovese 750 mL
Silky and gracious, with dark cherry and plum framed by lifted floral notes and fine spice. The palate is ample and creamy without losing precision, its ripe fruit carried by fresh acidity and polished tannins. Savoury earth and a subtle mineral note add depth through the middle. The finish is long and refined, returning to red fruit, florals and measured spice with composed persistence.
Giovanni Chiappini 2013 Lienà Cabernet Franc Toscana IGT 750 mL
Plum and dried fruit lead a complex, savoury nose, with tobacco, chocolate and liquorice adding depth. The palate is rich yet elegant, its generous fruit framed by smooth, soft tannins rather than hard edges. French-oak ageing brings polish and subtle warmth while the Cabernet Franc retains a clear, persistent shape. The finish is long, balanced and quietly earthy. Decant before serving with braised beef, roast lamb or aged pecorino.
Biondi-Santi 2020 Rosso di Montalcino
Wild red berries and fresh cherry lead, joined by rose, tangerine zest and a subtle herbal lift. Medium-bodied and finely drawn, the palate combines lively acidity with ripe, close-knit tannins and clear mineral tension. Red currant and saline notes lengthen the balanced finish, leaving a graceful, quietly structured impression.
Castello di Bolgheri 2019 Bolgheri Superiore
Graphite and kirsch open, followed by black raspberry, fresh leather, cedar and a floral hint of lavender. Full-bodied yet refined, the palate combines dense dark fruit with vibrant acidity and a silky, well-integrated tannic structure. Savoury Mediterranean herbs carry into a generous, lengthy finish. Serve with roast lamb, braised beef, porcini or aged pecorino.
Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta 2019 Brunello di Montalcino
Morello cherry and plum open with floral lift, chocolate and sandalwood. The palate is full but polished, with soft, refined tannins and mouthwatering acidity keeping the ripe fruit in balance. Savoury notes of salty liquorice shape the long finish, giving the wine both richness and precision. Decanting will let its layered perfume and structure unfold.
Castellare di Castellina 2019 I Sodi di San Niccolò Toscana Rosso 750 mL
Ripe cherry, dark berries and currants open with violet, vanilla, leather and cedar. The palate is full and richly textured, its concentrated fruit held by firm, fine-grained tannins and precise balance. Earthy and savoury detail develops beneath the fruit while the structure remains supple. The finish is long and composed, returning to dark berries, aromatic herbs, spice and polished tannin.
Conti Costanti 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 750 mL
Wild red berries lead with chestnut, sweet earth, anise and a touch of orange. The palate is sculpted and stately, combining firm structure with vivid acidity and a gracious, controlled flow. Savoury and earthy details bring depth without obscuring the fruit. The finish is long and resonant, returning to red berries, spice and a refined mineral tension.
Bibi Graetz 2019 Testamatta 750 mL
Black cherry and plum lead with violet, candied orange peel, sandalwood and a savoury earthy note. The palate is full yet precise, carrying layered red and dark fruit over polished, velvety tannins. Fresh acidity and a chalky mineral line keep the richness focused, while spice and dried herbs extend the finish. Decant before serving with grilled lamb, mushroom risotto, roast game or aged pecorino.
Luce della Vite 2019 Brunello di Montalcino 750 mL
Black cherry and blueberry lead a polished, aromatic profile, lifted by violet and lavender. With air, dried rose, anise and a subtle balsamic note add depth, while toasted nut and restrained oak spice frame the fruit. The palate is concentrated yet poised, with lively acidity and firm, refined tannins. A savoury mineral edge carries through a long finish marked by dark fruit, herbs and gentle warmth.
Gaja 2011 Ca’Marcanda Camarcanda Bolgheri
Sun-warmed blackberry and plum lead a dark, generous profile, with soft tannins giving the palate a plush, rounded feel. Concentrated fruit is balanced by a firmer tannic edge that brings shape and persistence. Mature and composed, it benefits from decanting and suits roast lamb, braised beef or aged cheese.