Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Ripe al Convento Riserva Brunello di Montalcino 2020

There’s plenty of black cherry and blackberry fruit in this red, along with mineral and black pepper notes, plus a touch of forest floor. Dense and even muscular for the vintage, with a vibrant feel and well-endowed, dusty tannins. Needs time to harmonize. Best from 2029 through 2045. (Bruce Sanderson,winespectator.com,June 30, 2026)