Col d'Orcia Brunello 2021

"Laced with cherry, blackberry and floral flavors, this expressive red also reveals iron and Mediterranean scrub notes. Lively and balanced, with a light dusting of tannins on the finish. Fine length. Best from 2029 through 2045. 20,000 cases made, 4,000 cases imported."

"A touch of hazelnut chocolate to the ripe plums and cherries, with hints of minerals and dried grapefruit. Structured and bright, with almost full body and a succulent, vertical finish. A lot going on at the end. From organically grown grapes. Drink from 2027."

"A magnificent follow up to the excellent value 2020, Col d’Orcia’s 2021 is a testament to the Marone Cinzano family’s ongoing work in the vineyard to meet the challenges of the changing climate. It is sparkling ruby in hue and still admirably youthful in aromas. Behind pepper-flecked raspberry, a complex symphony awaits, refreshing the palate as much as it fills it, offering clarity of Mediterranean herbs, red cherry and black currants. Really serious stuffing with an underlying juiciness. The well fastened chalky tannins should carry it for the next 12-15 years at least."

"The organic Col d’Orcia 2021 Brunello di Montalcino delivers a generous and sun-shaped expression, offering black cherry, blackberry and sweet earth. Fruit sourced from across the estate’s 100 hectares of vines gives the wine notable density and breadth, reflecting the warmth of the vintage. While the palate is broad and powerful, Sangiovese’s natural acidity helps maintain balance."