Castello Banfi : Brunello di Montalcino 2019

Effusively perfumed, Banfi’s estate Brunello wafts with vanilla, tobacco and sweet herbs. These echo quietly on the relatively straightforward palate, where ripe red cherry is lit with bright acidity. Tannins are just a touch raw though mostly resolved and neatly frame the whole. With broad and easy appeal, this is immediately approachable. While not the most complex Brunello, it offers a genuine and affordable taste of the denomination. And with 600,000 bottles produced in this prolific vintage, it is widely accessible.

A beautiful red with cedar, mushroom and cherry character, as well as hints of sandalwood. It’s medium-bodied and very polished with loveliness and finesse that come through clearly. A wine to drink young, but it will age very nicely. Drink or hold.

A rich red hue, the 2019 Brunello Di Montalcino is a touch shy on opening before revealing aromas of cherry pie, a hint of blue fruit coming through with violets, and anise. Medium to full-bodied, it has a pop of angular texture, chalky tannins, and a clean, lovely, tapered finish. This exceptional wine from Banfi offers a lot of purity and finesse. Drink 2025-2040.