Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018

Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona | Tuscany
Az. Agr. Ciacci Piccolomini | Loc. Molinello | IT 53024 Castellnuovo

In the classic Brunello vintage, the 2018 edition is a fine example of the Ciacci style. Opulent, deep bouquet of small red berries, plus multi-layered hints of crushed flowers, tobacco and cherry pits. Very resonant and expressive on the palate, the fine tannins and a well-dosed acidity lead into a soft, very open finish. All in all, we are impressed by the beautiful harmony and balance, which is already a great pleasure to drink at a young age. SUPERIORE.DE

"Smells seductively of raspberries and flowers; compact texture, the tannins supple and of excellent quality, the acidity provides the vitality, the final promising and of great length, but should still mature." Vinum

"With a crisp, beguiling bouquet, red currants, cranberries and tobacco, behind it also delicately herbaceous-ethereal nuances such as eucalyptus and laurel. Very juicy and finesse-rich, full of crackling tension and yet so seductive, stylish and punchy. In the spicy final it scores with its subtle and refined nature." Weinwisser

"Bright ruby red with a sparkling core. In the nose fine fruit, of wild strawberries, blood oranges, rose hips, underlaid with a fine floral scent and liquorice. Radiant on the palate with a hearty, creamy fruit core, spreads beautifully across the tongue, spreads supreme drinking pleasure!" Falstaff

Dark and brooding, the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino takes its time to give off hints of mocha before opening with a blend of dried red fruits, cloves and rosemary. The wine is surprisingly pure and elegant as ripe red and black fruits pour over a core of vibrant acidity. The 2018 leaves a lingering tension on the palate as fine-grained tannins penetrate deeply and hints of tart wild berries and a touch of cocoa slowly fade." Vinous

"Dense and brooding, with aromas of plums, cherries, earth, menthol and tobacco. On the austere side today, with buried fruit and dominant tannins, but this has fine balance and extended length." Wine Spectator

"The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino produces beautiful results if you choose to drink it now, or if you cellar it a little longer. It offers immediate intensity and complexity with a red and purple berry fruit attack that follows tarry spices, campfire ash, liquorice and rusty nails. These savoy tones are balanced with the wine's elegant, medium-weight finish. And the tannins are seamlessly integrated. The winemaking team has done a good job in a difficult vintage." Wine Advocate

"Roasted herbs, walnuts, olives, dried cherries and balsamic on the nose with hints of leather and sage. It is full-bodied with firm, finely meshed tannins. Creamy and very well integrated, with depth and class. Try it after 2024." James Suckling

The "base" of the Ciacci Piccolomini house, another excellence of this winery. Great tension on the nose, red currant, nuances of laurel and eucalyptus. Juiciness and tension on the palate, iodine-rich tannins, fruity-balsamic finish." Luca Gardini

09712418 · 0,75 l · 54,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately