Altesino Brunello di Montalcino 2020

Opening to earthy tones of brimstone and petrichor, the Altesino 2020 Brunello di Montalcino shows the character of a house style that is easily recognized. This elegant wine offers a polished and smooth mouthfeel with finely tuned tannins. The oak is also expertly managed to show some light spice that is deeply integrated into a silky mouthfeel. Of the village Brunellos I tasted from 2020, this one offers excellent quality and will prove easy to locate thanks to its ample release of 110,000 bottles. Drink date: 2025-2040. Score – 95. (Monica Larner, robertparker.com, Nov. 21, 2024)