Ciacci Piccolomini

Rubinrot mit granatfarbenen Reflexen. Helle, frische Nase nach Wildkirschen, Blumenerde und blauen Blüten. Kompakter, mittelschlanker Körper mit einer frischen Säureader und gut eingebundenen Tanninen. Ein Parade-Sangiovese, der nicht nur aufgrund seines sehr attraktriven Preises für Begeisterung sorgt. SUPERIORE.DE

Im Duft schwarze Kirschen, leichte Gewürznoten, etwas Vanille. Voller Körper, frische Frucht, schmeichelnde Textur und ein sauberes, seidiges Finish am Gaumen. Lang anhaltend. SUPERIORE.DE

"Mittleres, reifendes Rot; einladende Frucht, vielschichtig; rund und fein, fruchttief, etwas Karamell, zartes Tannin, lang." Merum (JLF)

"Funkelndes, klares Rubingranat. Eröffnet mit Noten nach Safran und Lakritze, dann viel Kirsche, etwas Granatapfel. Feinmaschiges Tannin am Gaumen, breitet sich gut auf, viel reife Frucht, geschmeidig und lange, salzig." Falstaff

"Wow. I love the texture and beauty of this young Brunello. Medium to full body with a dense and tightly compacted palate. Dried cherry light cedar and chocolate. It goes on for minutes. Gorgeous now. Excellent acid fruit balance, but will improve with age." James Suckling

"Mid ruby with narrow orange rim. Spicy nose that is not showing a lot of fruit (yet). Generous, long palate that is already accessible." Jancis Robinson

"The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino is a beautifully finessed and elegant wine. It offers a very pleasing sense of balance in which no one characteristic overpowers the next. A dark ruby appearance gives the wine an open and inviting personality. The bouquet produces a subtle medley of wild berry, blueberry, underbrush and toasted almond aromas. The mouthfeel is lean, but it also shows polished and silky persistence. If you don't have the patience to wait, it tastes great even at this early stage." Robert Parker

"Dark spice, ripe berry, forest floor, Mediterranean brush and new leather aromas lead the nose on this powerfully structured wine. On the full-bodied palate, baking spice, licorice and pipe tobacco notes accent a juicy black cherry core while firm, velvety tannins provide the framework." Wine Enthusiast

Im Duft schwarze Kirschen, leichte Gewürznoten, etwas Vanille. Voller Körper, frische Frucht, schmeichelnde Textur und ein sauberes, seidiges Finish am Gaumen. Lang anhaltend. SUPERIORE.DE

"Mittelintensives, warmes Rot; tiefe Fruchtnoten, Beerenkonfitüre; kraftvoll, dicht, feinherbes Tannin." Merum

"Aufhellendes, leuchtendes Granatrot. Charmante, einladende Nase, duftet nach Rosenblättern, Granatapfel und Himbeeren, verwoben. Zeigt am Gaumen geschliffenes, viel feinmaschiges Tannin, breitet sich lange aus, reife Frucht, im Finale leichte Bitternote." Falstaff

"This wine initially comes off as more somber, brooding and dark in personalty. The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino takes a few moments in the glass before its starts to relax and grow in volume and context. Before long, opulent tones of black fruit, spice and pipe tobacco. The wine is elegantly tempered and finessed on the close." Robert Parker

"Bright red. The fresh, clean, perfumed nose hints at red cherry and blood orange. Then sweet and supple on the palate, but with a lively mouthfeel to the red fruit and underbrush flavors thanks to harmonious, vibrant acidity. Has much more midpalate flesh to support its acidity than some other less successful 2013 Brunellos, all of which are made in a similar high-acid style typical of the vintage. Finishes broad, savory and nicely persistent. This 2013 from Ciacci Piccolomini is made in a much cooler-climate style than is usual for this producer." Ian d’Agata (vinous.com)

"Exuding cherry, strawberry, floral and tobacco aromas and flavors, this effusive, fruity style is bright and elegant, with terrific harmony and a long, mouthwatering finish that leaves a mineral impression. Very compelling." Wine Spectator

"Aromas of light coffee, plum and cherry follow through to a full body with a wealth of dried fruit and hints of figs." James Suckling

"Underbrush, tobacco, ripe berry and balsamic aromas abound in this delicious red. Smooth, full-bodied and savory, the succulent palate doles out Marasca cherry, raspberry compote, licorice and white pepper. It's well balanced, with firm yet refined tannins and fresh acidity." Wine Enthusiast

Im Traumjahr 2016 bietet uns das Weingut einen ausgesprochen schmackhaften und saftigen Vertreter, der den Spirit von Montalcino vom ersten bis zum letzten Schluck in sich trägt. Feine Salbei- und Minze-Noten runden das warme, reife und äußerst reichhaltige Fruchtbouquet wunderschön ab. Am Gaumen tänzelnd mit einer feinen rotbeerigen Säureader, die von einer großartigen Samtigkeit unterlegt ist. Auf der anderen Seite ist er ein straffer, präziser und besonders frischer Brunello, der uns bereits in jungen Jahren begeistert. SUPERIORE.DE

"Leuchtendes, elegantes Rubinrot. In der Nase nach reifer Kirsche, einem Hauch Blutorange und edlem Würzeton. Öffnet sich am Gaumen mit feiner Süße und ausgewogenem Spiel, warmherzig und klar mit kernigem Tannin und feinem Druck." Falstaff

"The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino from Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona places savory herbs, exotic spice and earth tones above ripeness of fruit. It’s decidedly dark and brooding on the nose, lifted by hints of fresh-picked mint and sage. There are depths of velvety textures in the mouth, offset by a tactile mix of tart wild berries, minerals and zesty acidity which adds vibrancy in spite of the tannic heft and primary intensity found here. The 2016 finishes with a monolithic feel, still wound up tightly in its youthful state but also promising many years of positive evolution in our cellars. This is gorgeous and a great value for age-worthy Brunello." Vinous

"In southern Montalcino, the expansive Ciacci Piccolomini property is characterised by warm, perfumed afternoon breezes coming in from the Mediterranean. The wines are typically headily scented and generous in alcohol, as is the case in 2016; however, I find much more freshness and focus than in the 2015s. Aromas include sun-kissed cherry and raspberry with red rose, tobacco, sage and thyme. Light on its feet with grainy tannins that dissolve easily, this is almost ready to drink. An amaro-like finish persists and stimulates the appetite." Decanter

"Light on its feet, this red evokes strawberry, cherry, earth, menthol and Tuscan scrub flavors. Shows a firm underlying structure, with a fresh and focused finish." Wine Spectator

"Red-berry, wild-rose, crushed mint and dark-spice aromas are front and center on this fragrant red. The full-bodied palate is concentrated but also boasts finesse, offering layers of raspberry jam, smooth licorice and tobacco alongside a backbone of enveloping, velvety tannins. You'll also detect the warmth of alcohol but the succulent fruit stands up to it." Wine Enthusiast

"Lots of red and blue fruit to this, evolving into wet leaves, freshly turned soil and brewed tea. Light herbal notes. Sweet cherries, too. It's full bodied with silky, firm tannins. More minerality and tea notes on the finish. Elegant and driven." James Suckling

"The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino (with 56,000 bottles made) shows bold cherry, spice, crushed stone and balsam herb that come together in seamless fashion. This estate has honed a unique style that becomes a common theme traced to each new vintage. I'd describe it as delicate but also succulent with a rich and almost pulpy quality of fruit. The wine is fueled by the golden light that hits this part of Tuscany in those last hours of the day. Here is a wine that shows spirit of place." Robert Parker

Pianrosso stammt von einer ca. 300 m hoch gelegenen Südwest-Lage der Subzone Castelnuovo dell'Abate mit vornehmlich Galestro-Böden. Er eröffnet das Genuss-Kino mit einem satten, funkelnden Granatrot. Das Bouquet verführerisch und tief nach dunklen und schwarzen Früchten, Salbei, Rosenblättern und Veilchen. Am Gaumen dann eine ausgeprägte salzig-frische Mineralität, die alsbald eine wunderbare Harmonie mit den feinkörnigen Tanninen und der perfekt geschichteten Frucht eingeht und den Wein kraftvoll mit optimaler Balance in einen weichen, kaum enden wollenden Abgang geleitet. Das Gesamtniveau der meisten Brunello dieses Traumjahrgangs ist bereits extrem hoch, doch Pianrosso 2016 setzt auch im Feld dieser starken Wettbewerber die Messlatte noch eine Spur höher! SUPERIORE.DE

"Funkelndes, leuchtendes Granatrot. Eröffnet mit Noten nach Tabak und reifer Zwetschke, im Hintergrund nach Lakritze. Zupackendes, festes Tannin am Gaumen breitet sich satt aus, fest und stoffig, zeigt viel reife Fruchtnoten, im Finale leicht malzig, aber doch satter Druck und langer Nachhall." Falstaff

"Dark, rich and deeply alluring, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso boasts a display of ripe black fruits encased in an air of crushed stone, sage and exotic spice. While velvety and almost creamy in texture, it finds harmony through juicy acids and a mix of ripe black cherry and plums. Hints of licorice and baker’s chocolate balance the Pianrosso’s salty minerality and fine-grained tannins through the long and dramatic finale. There’s beautiful symmetry here for a wine with such power. Place this in the cellar for ten years or more; but don’t make the mistake of not checking in from time to time, because I expect the 2016 to enjoy a long and open drinking window." Vinous

"Cherry, iron, sanguine and black tea flavors highlight this sinewy red. Vibrant and solidly built, shows assertive tannins lining the finish. Has enough ripe fruit to offset the structure, and the aftertaste persists, with fruit, iron and underbrush accents." Wine Spectator

"Considered the estate’s most representative vineyard, Pianrosso was replanted in the 1980s. It sits on iron rich marly soil and reaches 360 metres above sea level. Weightier and richer than the estate Brunello, it is also more mineral-laden. A promising nose of pungent potpourri and cherry orchard leads to plum cake on the palate. Layered velvety tannins clasp substantial fruit while offsetting hints of orange oil and fennel that provide refreshment." Decanter

"Aromas of red berry, camphor and tobacco meld with rose in this fragrant, full-bodied red. The smooth palate is concentrated yet elegant, featuring raspberry jam, cherry marinated in spirits, licorice and coffee bean alongside a backbone of firm, velvety tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"Lots going on here with black plums, ripe cherries, cedar, smoke and cocoa on the nose. Ash, chocolate, crushed walnuts and some praline. Mushrooms. This has firm, ripe tannins and a full body. Flavorful and juicy finish. Very structured." James Suckling

"The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso is a single-vineyard expression that draws its fruit from an 11.7-hectare parcel with moderately thick galestro soils with ancient marine material. This special site, awash under the brilliant light of a big, open sky, does indeed deliver a more pronounced mineral signature, with wild berry, rose and rosemary essence. This is a beautiful wine, taut and silky, with elegant tannins that will endure ambitious bottle aging." Robert Parker

Prächig leuchtende Farbe, Duft von reifen Kirschen, Erdbeeren, Unterholz und Gewürzen, am Gaumen klar und geschliffen, reife Frucht, seidiges Tannin, viel Fülle und ausdauerndes Finale. SUPERIORE.DE

"Leuchtendes Rubin mit sattem Granat. ­Präsentiert sich in der Nase mit satten Fruchtnoten, ein Korb voll reifer Kirschen und Zwetschken, etwas Preisel- und Goji­beeren, im Hintergrund würzig-harzige ­Komponenten. Saftig und stoffig im Ansatz, öffnet sich mit feinmaschigem Tannin, sehr saftig, viel Kirsche, zeigt sich sehr elegant, beschreibt einen weiten Bogen." Falstaff

"The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity." Robert Parker

"Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here." James Suckling

"This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish." Wine Enthusiast

Die nur in Ausnahmejahren gefüllte Einzellagen-Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro ist ein feiner und delikater Wein, der mit einer großen Tiefe, perfekt balancierter Kraft und jeder Menge Antrieb ausgestattet ist. Mokka, Schwarzkirsche, Rauch, Lakritze und dunkle, fleischige Früchte sind einige der typischen Signaturen dieses extremen Gewächses. Saftig und stoffig im Ansatz öffnet er sich allmählich mit feinmaschigem Tannin und viel Kirsche, dabei zeigt sich höchst elegant und beschreibt in seinem Gesamtauftritt einen weiten Bogen. Die 2015er Ausgabe ist ein besonders dunkler, tiefgründiger Brunello, der während der verdienten weiteren Reifung noch an Spannung und Finesse zulegen wird. SUPERIORE.DE

"Funkelndes, mitteldichtes Granatrot. Eröffnet mit Noten nach eingelegten Kirschen und schwarzen Nüssen, feine Zwetschke. Baut am Gaumen festen Druck auf, griffiges, herzhaftes Tannin, dazu viel süßer Schmelz, wirkt dann im Finale ein wenig rau und leicht alkoholisch." Falstaff

"A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish." Decanter

"The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous." Robert Parker

"There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements." Wine Spectator

"The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time." James Suckling

Brunello Vigna di Pianrosso liegt dunkel und schwer im Glas. Getrocknete Rosenblüten, süßer Tabak, Rauch, Granit und ein leichter Anis-Hauch im Bouquet. Sehr nuancenreich, glatt und harmonisch am Gaumen, eine helle Säure und polierte Tannine geben dem Wein Lebendigkeit und Frische. Außerordentlich attraktiv! SUPERIORE.DE

"Startet mit viel Esprit auf Noten von roten Beeren und Leder; im Mund saftig, die krokante Säure verschmilzt genussvoll mit den Tanninen am Gaumen. Überzeugt mit seiner gelungenen Kombination aus Tradition und Opulenz. Grosser Wein." Vinum

"Funkelndes, sattes Granatrot. Eröffnet in der Nase mit Noten nach Tabak und Zwetschken, etwas Nougat. Am Gaumen viel feinmaschiges Tannin, entfaltet sich sehr geschliffen, spannt einen weiten Bogen, süßer Schmelz im Finale." Falstaff

"A wealth of coffee and spice aromas with ripe fruit. Full body and round tannins. Delicious and rich. Flavorful finish. Opulent style. Drink or hold." James Suckling

"The Pianrosso is a selection of the oldest vines from a single vineyard of almost 12ha, at an altitude of between 240 and 360 metres. It matures in Slavonian oak casks and ages for six years before release. Macerated cherry, plum, anise, eucalyptus and heady florals come out with some coaxing. Full and rich in style, the palate is held together by layers of powdery tannins, while stony, mineral-like nuances add intrigue. It needs a couple more years to fully express itself, but is already demonstrating great persistence and definition." Decanter

"Although this wine is not labeled as a riserva, it is released six years after the harvest as if it were one. The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso (with 20,000 bottles produced) opens to balanced fragrances that mix fruity elements with spice, crushed stone and smoke. This wine is linear and direct with firm tannic support at the back. Give it another few years to flesh out further with additional bottle aging." Robert Parker

"Wild berry, fragrant purple flower and crushed herb aromas mingle with whiffs of tilled earth and new leather in this dazzling red. The stunning, savory palate boasts remarkable finesse combined with an ageworthy structure, offering succulent black cherry, raspberry compote, licorice and tobacco alongside taut, refined tannins. It's impeccably balanced by bright acidity. It's already tempting, but hold for even more complexity." (Platz 10 - Top 100 Cellar Selections 2019) Wine Enthusiast

Die nur in Ausnahmejahren gefüllte Einzellagen-Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro ist ein feiner und delikater Wein, der mit einer großen Tiefe, perfekt balancierter Kraft und jeder Menge Antrieb ausgestattet ist. Mokka, Schwarzkirsche, Rauch, Lakritze und dunkle, fleischige Früchte sind einige der typischen Signaturen dieses extremen Gewächses. Saftig und stoffig im Ansatz öffnet er sich allmählich mit feinmaschigem Tannin und viel Kirsche, dabei zeigt sich höchst elegant und beschreibt in seinem Gesamtauftritt einen weiten Bogen. Die 2015er Ausgabe ist ein besonders dunkler, tiefgründiger Brunello, der während der verdienten weiteren Reifung noch an Spannung und Finesse zulegen wird. SUPERIORE.DE

"Funkelndes, mitteldichtes Granatrot. Eröffnet mit Noten nach eingelegten Kirschen und schwarzen Nüssen, feine Zwetschke. Baut am Gaumen festen Druck auf, griffiges, herzhaftes Tannin, dazu viel süßer Schmelz, wirkt dann im Finale ein wenig rau und leicht alkoholisch." Falstaff

"A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish." Decanter

"The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous." Robert Parker

"There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements." Wine Spectator

"The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time." James Suckling

Die nur in Ausnahmejahren gefüllte Einzellagen-Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro ist ein feiner und delikater Wein, der mit einer großen Tiefe, perfekt balancierter Kraft und jeder Menge Antrieb ausgestattet ist. Mokka, Schwarzkirsche, Rauch, Lakritze und dunkle, fleischige Früchte sind einige der typischen Signaturen dieses extremen Gewächses. Saftig und stoffig im Ansatz öffnet er sich allmählich mit feinmaschigem Tannin und viel Kirsche, dabei zeigt sich höchst elegant und beschreibt in seinem Gesamtauftritt einen weiten Bogen. Die 2015er Ausgabe ist ein besonders dunkler, tiefgründiger Brunello, der während der verdienten weiteren Reifung noch an Spannung und Finesse zulegen wird. SUPERIORE.DE

"Funkelndes, mitteldichtes Granatrot. Eröffnet mit Noten nach eingelegten Kirschen und schwarzen Nüssen, feine Zwetschke. Baut am Gaumen festen Druck auf, griffiges, herzhaftes Tannin, dazu viel süßer Schmelz, wirkt dann im Finale ein wenig rau und leicht alkoholisch." Falstaff

"A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish." Decanter

"The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous." Robert Parker

"There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements." Wine Spectator

"The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time." James Suckling