Piancornello

Elegantes, leuchtendes Rubinrot. In der Nase verführerisch nach Orangenzesten, reifen Kirschen, Rosen, im Nachhall nach Sardellen. Konzentriert am Gaumen öffnet er sich mit vielen Schichten und schöner Mineralität, ausgewogen, kraftvoll und dennoch elegant. Im langen Finale sehr saftig und mit guter Struktur, ein köstlicher Einstieg in die Welt von Piancornello. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2017 Brunello di Montalcino is understated with rosy florals, nuances of cherry and worn leather contrasted by a whiff of sour citrus. This impresses with its silky textures and cool-toned persona, as brisk acidity carries ripe red berries and minerals across the palate. It finishes lightly structured, yet full of sapid character, hints of plum and licorice lingering incredibly long under an air of purple-tinged florals. While Piancornello is located in Sant’Angelo Scalo, the Podere del Visciolo hails from a small vineyard on the northern hill of Montalcino, close to Montosoli. This is the first vintage that I've seen this fruit bottled as a Brunello, and it makes for a great introduction." Vinous

"Sweet berries and cherries with some flowers. It’s medium-to full-bodied with fine tannins and a fresh and an extremely long finish. Really nicely done for this hot vintage." James Suckling

"The 2017 Brunello di Montalcino is buoyant and lifted with lots of bright cherry and raspberry fruit that pops from the glass. Despite the heat and the drought of the growing season, this wine produces grace and softness with ethereal layers of balsam herb, cola and dried rose potpourri. The finish is dry, tight and firm but also silky and long. This is a terrific effort from Piancornello." Robert Parker

Wir mussten uns wahrlich anstrengen, einige der 2.600 produzierten Flaschen dieser bezaubernden Riserva zu ergattern. Leuchtendes Tiefrot. Die verlockende Nase vereint Erdbeere, Lebkuchen, Menthol und mineralische Noten. Am Gaumen süß und würzig zugleich, mit harmonischer, lebendiger Säure, die die Aromen roter Früchte im langen, weichen und kantenlosen Abgang verlängert. Für uns eine faszinierende Kombination aus Volumen und messerscharfer Präzision, sehr stoffig, saftig und lang. SUPERIORE.DE

"In the southern cru of Sesta, Piancornello received organic certification for its vineyards three years ago and is now working on certification for the wines. The Riserva is crafted from a 1ha plot that boasts the estate's oldest vines, averaging 50 years of age. The nose is pretty and pure, offering a suggestion of rose and cherry which then expands with earth and mint. The palate is full, structured and refreshed by juicy acidity." Decanter

"There's an alluringly complex feel to this with some dried spices and subtly smoky, woody notes across dried cherries. The palate has impressive, fresh cherries and blackcurrants with fine, elegant tannins. Nice build to the gently chalky finish." James Suckling

"The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a powerful expression of Sangiovese. The wine offers a lot more density, heft and alcohol (recorded at 15%) than many of its peers from this slightly cooler vintage. The wine is fleshed out and rich with black cherry, plum, spice, tar and cola. You are also treated to a moment of cherry sweetness that adds texture and density to the finish. This pretty Riserva sports broad shoulders for easy pairings with grilled or baked meat dishes. Only 2,600 bottles were produced." Robert Parker