PIAN DELLE VIGNE Brunello di Montalcino by Antinori - Montalcino, Tuscany 2018/19 Bottle/nc (los)

Description

Pian delle Vigne has adopted the philosophy of aging in large casks that preserve the exceptional integrity of the Sangiovese berry and impart the characteristic vibrant elegance of Brunello to the wine. Brunello Pian delle Vigne is an extraordinary expression with great finesse.

The Pian delle Vigne Estate is located six kilometres south of Montalcino, above the Val d'Orcia valley, and it was named for the characteristic 19th century train station situated in the property, which is still in use. There are 30 hectares producing and 30 hectares started to produce between 2002 and 2003. The vineyards which produced the Brunello vintage 1995 are at an elevation of 130 metres sea level, with south east exposure. Brunello di Montalcino is produced exclusively with Sangiovese.

Pian delle Vigne Brunello di Montalcino is ruby red in colour. Complex on the nose with balsamic hints of menthol and cloves that lead over to fruity aromas of cherries, plums, dates, and notes of cinnamon. A soft and balanced entry on the palate is silky smooth, characterised by soft tannins and sustained by exceptional freshness. Flavours linger on the finish with aromas of vanilla and light hints of violets, typical of Sangiovese.

JAMES SUCKLING 94 Points - 13 Sep, 2023 – "Sweet black cherries with some blackberries, as well as cherry blossom in both the nose and palate. Medium to full body with firm tannins and a chewy finish, but it will soften and come together nicely with bottle age. Try after 2025."