The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva entices with an exotic burst of sour cherry and confectionary spice complicated by zests of tangerine and violet florals. This sweeps across the palate, lifted and refined, with a pretty inner sweetness and zesty acidity to balance as tart wild berry fruits cascade throughout. It finishes potent and long, leaving grippy tannins and an unexpected freshness. This is a beautiful effort from the 2018 vintage, and while I don’t believe it has the bones for long-term maturation, it will provide much pleasure through a broad and open drinking window.
