Costanti Brunello di Montalcino 2015

Brilliant ruby in color, with intense, ripe aromas of berry fruit providing a prelude to a lush, full-bodied palate. Serve with rich, structured dishes, red meat or seasoned cheeses.

98 Pts – Decanter
After sitting out the 2014 vintage, Andrea Costanti calls 2015 a beautiful year and one of the best in the history of Brunello. He deemed it exceptional enough to craft a Riserva (to be released in 2021) yet his classic Brunello hasn’t suffered for it. In fact, it’s one of the greatest successes of the vintage. Gorgeous, seductive aromas are already expressive but still youthful. Cherry and plum are enveloped by exotic spice and a faint smokiness. The palate is plush and velvety with layers of powdery tannins that build, and tangy acid that cleanses the palate. Hedonistic but brilliantly balanced, it is hard to resist now but the best is definitely yet to come.

98 Pts – Wine Enthusiast
My Top 2015 Brunellos.

94 Pts – Wine Spectator
A fruity style, featuring black cherry and black currant flavors, supported by notes of iron, leather and tobacco. Taut and vibrant, with a lingering finish.