Brunello di Montalcino
Wine from Montalcino was only appreciated and understood by locals as recently as the 70's, even though its warm dry climate has much in common with its famous Tuscan cousin, Chianti. However pioneering work from Clemente Santi with various clones of Sangiovese led to what was labelled Brunello di Montalcino. Changes in strict laws have allowed this region to react better to modern trends, reducing mandatory oak ageing from 4 to 2 years. As with Chianti small amount of foreign grapes can now be including within blends.
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Brunello di Montalcino
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Tuscany | 30 | - | HK$8,465.00 | |||||
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In the prestigious wine-growing region of Tuscany lies the renowned Poggio San Polo estate, producer of the exquisite Poggio San Polo Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015. This distinguished wine is cultivated in harmony with the environment from 100% Sangiovese grapes grown on the estate's vineyards, embracing the slopes of Montalcino. Pogo San Polo's distinctive touch is its meticulous fermentation process, completed in custom-built concrete vats, followed by a significant ageing period in large Slavonian oak barrels. The resultant Poggio San Polo Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2015 is a sophisticated red bursting with robust tannins and a complex nose of blackcurrant, plum, and earthy herbs. Decadent dark chocolate and spicy oak undertones further highlight its profound depth and elegance, promising an enriching, lingering finish. Truly, a magnificent embodiment of Italian artisan tradition, expressing terroir with remarkable finesse. |
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Tuscany | 1 | - | HK$18,215.00 | |||||
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The exquisite Poggio San Polo Brunello di Montalcino Vignavecchia 2015 is a spectacular expression of stellar winemaking from the heart of Italy's Tuscany region. This exceptional vintage boasts a 100% Sangiovese composition, hand-harvested from the prestigious vineyards of San Polo estate. It imbues the traditional aspects of "Brunello di Montalcino" DOCG with a splendid complexity and depth. Ageing in French oak barrels for 24 months followed by further refinement in the bottle, it embodies multilayered aromas of black cherry, spice, tobacco, and earth which blend harmoniously with the rich velvety tannins and balanced acidity. Crafted by the gifted team of Poggio San Polo, renowned for their commitment to sustainability and premium quality, the Poggio San Polo Brunello di Montalcino Vignavecchia 2015 is a testament to their meticulous approach and deserving of its commendations from industry experts worldwide. A stunning embodiment of Tuscan winemaking that promises an unparalleled sipping experience. |
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Tuscany | 4 | 97 (JS) | HK$1,560.00 | |||||
James Suckling (97)Intense aromas of blue fruit, lavender and violets. Some sandalwood, too. Full-bodied with firm, silky tannins and beautiful fruit. Really racy and refined with excellent length. Drinkable now, but a few years of bottle age will make it even more beautiful. Try after 2023. |
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Tuscany | 4 | 99 (VN) | HK$10,840.00 | |||||
Vinous (99)The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is radiant in the glass, showcasing the pure class of this exceptional vintage and the Le Potazzine house style. Lavender and geraniums mix with sweet smoke, black cherries and hints of tobacco as the 2019 entrances the taster. It displays fabulous balance, cool-toned, deep and complex, with masses of ripe red berry fruits that saturate over a stimulating wave of fresh acidity. Tannic and long yet still remarkably fresh, this leaves a pleasantly bitter tinge to pinch at the cheeks as nuances of licorice fade. What an absolutely beautiful Riserva. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 91 (VN) | HK$1,015.00 | |||||
Vinous (91)Renieri 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is a pretty, fruit-driven wine to drink now and over the next decade. Sweet red cherry, plum, earthiness, rose petal, savory herb and game notes add nuance in a translucent, expressive Brunello with good overall complexity and balance. |
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Tuscany | 5 | 91 (VN) | HK$2,570.00 | |||||
Vinous (91)A powerful, authoritative wine, Renieri's 2011 Brunello di Montalcino possesses terrific depth and overall intensity. Sweet red cherries, mint and dried herbs open up first, followed by expressive floral notes that add attractive aromatic overtones as the wine continues to open up. The 2011 is both deep yet also medium in body, with a layered feel that only adds to its considerable appeal. This is a strong showing from Renieri and proprietor Marco Bacci. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 100 (JS) | HK$3,530.00 | |||||
James Suckling (100)Earthy aromas of bark, sand, truffles, graphite, rust, terracotta and sandalwood rise up from the deep with Burgundian poise; fruitier orange zest and preserved lemons glimmer in their wake, while riper incense and tar lurk in this dense forest of aromas. Physics itself gives way as the line between reduction and oxidation is blurred. There’s such richness to the center palate, but the fruit there is vivacious and elegant, swaddled in robust but generous tannins that breach the outermost reaches of the mouth. The finish is hauntingly long, the after effects of the acidity unworldly. This is certainly in a quiet, reserved stage of evolution, and will need time to fully mature in bottle. Drink in 2025. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 100 (JS) | HK$12,170.00 | |||||
James Suckling (100)A young Brunello with precision and complexity showing violets, blackberries, bramble berries, tea leaf and minerals. Stone undertones, too. Full body, a compressed palate and firm and velvety tannins. Powerful and long. Truly fantastic. Breathtaking. Better in 2018. |
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Tuscany | 1 | - | HK$3,885.00 | |||||
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Experience the epitome of Tuscan excellence with Ridolfi, Brunello di Montalcino, Mercatale Riserva 2015. Crafted in the renowned Mercatale Estate, nestled in the heart of Montalcino, this Brunello is a testament to traditional winemaking artistry combined with meticulous attention to detail. The Sangiovese grapes, meticulously handpicked from century-old vines, undergo a slow fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving their vibrant fruit character. Aging for 36 months in French oak barrels imparts subtle vanilla and spice notes, while the extended bottle maturation ensures a harmonious balance of tannins and acidity. Ridolfi, a family-owned producer with a legacy spanning generations, employs sustainable viticulture practices, enhancing the terroir’s expression in each bottle. The Mercatale Riserva 2015 boasts a deep ruby hue, complex aromas of cherry, leather, and tobacco, and a lingering, elegant finish, making it a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking unparalleled quality and sophistication. |
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Tuscany | 1 | - | HK$2,365.00 | |||||
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Tuscany | 18 | 100 (DC) | HK$2,905.00 | |||||
Decanter (100)Mocha notes on the nose, coffee, cola, vanilla, cinnamon and pink flowers. Fresh with a tannic hold, ample, massy and fleshy but with such clear definition - tannins are mouthfilling but detailed and nuanced so you feel the precision going on as well as the flavours themselves. Feels extremely well worked, all in its place. I love the chewiness, the concentrated ripeness and overall 'in your face' expression because you feel the detail behind it as well as the nuance ranging from primary blueberry, cherry and blackcurrant fruit to more tertiary elements of tobacco, coffee beans, leather, sweet exotic spices and peppery tones. It's lifted and sophisticated, powerful but poised. What a wine! Amazing potential here. It gives you the chills tasting a wine like this. From vines at 450m on schist-based Galestro soils. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 95 (JS) | HK$1,625.00 | |||||
James Suckling (95)Intense nose of cloves, cedar, dried flowers, orange peel, dark cherries and black tea. Full-bodied, firm and chewy, yet polished and poised with beautiful energy and freshness for the vintage. Long, too. Still needs a couple of years. Drink from 2024. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (JS) | HK$4,570.00 | |||||
James Suckling (95)Intense nose of cloves, cedar, dried flowers, orange peel, dark cherries and black tea. Full-bodied, firm and chewy, yet polished and poised with beautiful energy and freshness for the vintage. Long, too. Still needs a couple of years. Drink from 2024. |
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Tuscany | 42 | 95 (JS) | HK$1,585.00 | |||||
James Suckling (95)Intense nose of cloves, cedar, dried flowers, orange peel, dark cherries and black tea. Full-bodied, firm and chewy, yet polished and poised with beautiful energy and freshness for the vintage. Long, too. Still needs a couple of years. Drink from 2024. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 92 (VN) | HK$3,165.00 | |||||
Vinous (92)A powerful, authoritative wine, the 2011 Brunello di Montalcino packs a serious punch. A host of savory, feral notes hit the palate first, followed by an array of dried cherry, dried flowers, tobacco, smoke, leather and cedar. This is one of the rare 2011s with tannins that need time to soften, as well as the density to develop nicely with further time in bottle. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 92 (VN) | HK$810.00 | |||||
Vinous (92)The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino takes its time opening in the glass, gaining in volume and depth with each passing minute. It lifts up with citrus-tinged strawberries, rosemary, blood orange and hints of animal musk. This envelopes the palate with silken textures offset by zesty acidity and tart wild berry fruits, coming across as far more vibrant than expected. It lingers with a tart concentration and lightly grippy tannins while leaving a sour twang that I find very attractive. The 2012 is still maturing in bottle, yet quite close to peak; and if I had to hold anything against it, the finish is a bit shorter than anticipated. That said, it’s a zesty beauty. Only 24,000 bottles were made in 2012 versus the usual 50,000 through a combination of low yields and strict selection. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 92 (VN) | HK$1,290.00 | |||||
Vinous (92)Bright red. Enticing aromas of violet, licorice and minerals. Fresh and juicy; saline, licorice and dark plum flavors are lifted by vibrant acidity. Finishes savory and long, with an enticing glyceral, fleshy quality. Aged about two years in large 20- to 45-hL Slavonian oak barrels and 500-liter tonneaux and is made with a 75%/25% blend of grapes from the vineyards in Romitorio and Castelnuovo dell’Abate, respectively. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 95 (VN) | HK$2,485.00 | |||||
Vinous (95)The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino is laced with spicy, dark red fruits, wild, sweet and spicy floral tones that give way to savory herbs, hints of animal musk and black earth. On the palate, it's soft, enveloping, almost creamy in texture and offset by a mix of savory spice, fine tannin and saturating mineral tones as black cherry and sage seem to hover on the senses. The finish is spicy and long, structured, but also with vibrant primary fruits holding on strong, as a twang of savory herbs lingers long. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WA) | HK$2,785.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (95)The Castello Romitorio 2016 Brunello di Montalcino is a classic expression of the vintage, showing lots of ripe fruit, crushed mineral, herbal nuances and varietal-driven purity. This wine nails that sweet spot between elegance and power that is not easily achieved. It offers an expanded array of Sangiovese flavors with wild cherry, forest floor, crushed clove and medicinal herb, but it also shows plump density and a velvety texture. Filippo Chia and his team have created a sold wine for medium or long-term drinking. Production is exactly 58,874 bottles. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 94 (WA) | HK$2,820.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (94)The Castello Romitorio 2017 Brunello di Montalcino comes from an estate that is quickly becoming a leader in a special niche of the Montalcino market. The wine is modern and soft, showing lots of contained ripeness and creaminess, yet it successfully embraces the fundamentals of the appellation and Sangiovese, thanks to its bright acidity and finely tuned structure. Few wines reach this level of precision, especially in a challenging vintage such as this. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 95 (VN) | HK$2,550.00 | |||||
Vinous (95)Darkly alluring and spicy, the 2019 Brunello di Montalcino emanates from the glass with an earthy blend of crushed rocks, savory herbs, spiced blood orange and dried cherries. This soothes the palate with its soft textures and depths of wild berry fruit. Brisk acidity and mineral tones add lift but also depth. The 2019 finishes dramatically long and structured, turning youthfully inward on itself as orange and rosy inner florals resonate. The house style is on full display here, elevated by the radiant fruits of the 2019 vintage. |
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Tuscany | 11 | 95 (JD) | HK$2,365.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (95)From a mix of seven to eight estate parcels around the castle and brought up mostly in 5,000-liter Slavonian oak, the 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino is pure and beautifully composed. The nose reveals ripe red cherries, fresh orange, pressed flowers, suede, and dried herbs. Medium to full-bodied, it has supple tannins, balanced acidity, and a clean, mouthwatering finish that makes it hard to resist early. It should drink well for 10-15 years. Drink 2026-2041. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (JS) | HK$4,950.00 | |||||
James Suckling (96)Extremely perfumed and pure on the nose with bright and vivid, crushed cherry and berry character. Full body. Tight and poised with rich yet polished tannins and an ever so long finish. Needs at least three or four years to come together. Better after 2021. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) | HK$2,420.00 | |||||
Vinous (97)The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Filo di Seta is a remarkably pretty and pure expression of the vintage. It impresses with a lifted yet stimulating display of bright red fruits and savory spice, framed by notes of crushed stone, animal musk and dusty florals. This boasts striking depth and elegant textures, all offset by a mix of tart wild berries and cool-toned acids, as salty minerals create an almost-crunchy feel toward the close. The tannins are firm yet rounded, displaying tremendous balance and length, as the 2016 Filo di Seta never grows tiring or youthfully clenched. That said, the best is yet to come for this complex and age-worthy effort. |
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Tuscany | 5 | 97 (VN) | HK$5,075.00 | |||||
Vinous (97)The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Filo di Seta is a remarkably pretty and pure expression of the vintage. It impresses with a lifted yet stimulating display of bright red fruits and savory spice, framed by notes of crushed stone, animal musk and dusty florals. This boasts striking depth and elegant textures, all offset by a mix of tart wild berries and cool-toned acids, as salty minerals create an almost-crunchy feel toward the close. The tannins are firm yet rounded, displaying tremendous balance and length, as the 2016 Filo di Seta never grows tiring or youthfully clenched. That said, the best is yet to come for this complex and age-worthy effort. |
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Wine from Montalcino was only appreciated and understood by locals as recently as the 70's, even though its warm dry climate has much in common with its famous Tuscan cousin, Chianti. However pioneering work from Clemente Santi with various clones of Sangiovese led to what was labelled Brunello di Montalcino. Changes in strict laws have allowed this region to react better to modern trends, reducing mandatory oak ageing from 4 to 2 years. As with Chianti small amount of foreign grapes can now be included within blends.
