Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2021

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

09712421 · 0,75 l · 60,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

In 1985, estate manager Giuseppe Bianchini inherited the estate from the childless Countess Elda Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona – a vote of confidence that is renewed every year. Today, his children Paolo and Lucia continue the legacy, 55 hectares in the privileged area of Castelnuovo dell'Abate, in the shadow of the Romanesque Abbey of Sant'Antimo. The 2021 vintage is considered one of the most brilliant of the last decade: bright September days and cool nights gave the Sangiovese that rare balance of aromatic precision and tannic finesse. 24 months in large Slavonian barrels, then further rest in the bottle.

Deep ruby red with garnet reflections. Wild cherry, violet, tobacco leaf and a hint of mint on the nose. Full-bodied and warm on the palate, with a velvety texture and finely woven tannins that lead into a long, spicy final. The classic and extremely impressive 2021 Ciacci – and yet only the prelude ... SUPERIORE.DE

"Elegant Brunello version with aromas of fresh red forest fruits, cherries and herbs; supple texture, the tannins fine-grained and well integrated, lively acidity, finely chiselled final." Vinum

"Brilliant ruby colour with a pronounced garnet rim. Intense nose, opens with notes of dried rose petals, then plums, dark cherry and some nougat. Polished and fine in attack and finish, lots of fine-meshed tannins, savoury, a pleasure to drink." Falstaff

"I love this location as it offers one of the most beautiful sunsets in Montalcino, and this feeling of warmth in the late afternoon seems to transfer directly to the wine. The 2021 Brunello di Montalcino shows sweet fruit and darker aromas reminiscent of sun-drenched hillsides and fading light. Warmth and sweetness unfold on the palate, giving the wine remarkable volume, a hallmark of the estate's vineyards on the south side of the appellation. You could almost criticise this wine for being too ripe, but it is precisely this sun-drenched character that makes it so appealing." Wine Advocate

"Aromas of violets, lavender, liquorice, nutmeg and potpourri. Full-bodied with layers of fine tannins that are crisp and silky, with freshness and bright fruit on the finish. Lovely texture. An excellent example of this vintage. Still needs time to develop but is very nice. Try it after 2028." James Suckling