Antinori - Pian Delle Vigne : Brunello di Montalcino 2020

This red features an alluring mix of strawberry and cherry fruit combined with tomato leaf, eucalyptus and cast iron. Builds nicely on the palate to the long, complex finish. Dry, dusty tannins linger, along with fruity and savory echoes. Best from 2027 through 2043. 16,910 cases made, 2,750 cases imported.

Mid ruby. Still compact and a little closed on the nose. Very slowly, concentrated cherry-fruit notes emerge. Lots of juice and fruit on the palate. Generous fruit finish with attractive gravelly tannins. Completely ready now. (WS)

Dried black cherries and crushed plums mix with cocoa, sage and dried orange peels as the 2020 Brunello di Montalcino emerges from the glass. This displays incredible vibrancy within. It’s juicy and spry, with ripe red and black fruits elevated by brilliant acidity as nuances of sour citrus add further tension toward the close. The 2020 leaves the palate stained in primary concentration and a coating of fine tannins, tapering off spicy and long yet still lively as hints of tart raspberry keep the mouth watering for more. Recent vintages from Pian delle Vigne have delightful new energy and verve.

The 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino pours a saturated magenta/red color and is generous on the nose with notes of mixed berry compote, licorice candies, leather, and mocha. It fills the palate and has well-defined broad shoulders, with chalky tannins and a grounding mineral texture. A red consistent with what lovers of these wines can expect, it should have another 10 years ahead.

Attractive, polished bouquet with a delicate hint of vanilla and a creamy frame; with air, earthy and floral accents emerge. On the palate, the attack is round and balanced; the mid-palate shows good freshness and a gripping character, with ultra-fine, sweet, ripe-feeling tannins, good balance, well made.

The nose opens with salted dark chocolate, Luxardo cherries, pomegranate syrup and espresso, then aromas of new leather and crushed rocks emerge. The palate is full of bitter chocolate and sweet and tart berries, and has a gleaming knife's edge of metallic tang. Refined tannins and lots of acid.