Ciacci Piccolomini d’Aragona Brunello di Montalcino 2021 (375ml Half Bottle)

96 Pts, James Suckling – 95 Pts, Wine Enthusiast – 94 Pts, Parker’s Wine Advocate

The 2021 Ciacci Piccolomini d’Aragona Brunello is one of the stars of this new 2021 vintage – a gorgeous, silky, elegant Sangiovese that has already earned quadruple 94+ scores: 96 from Suckling, 95 from Wine Enthusiast, 94 from Parker’s Wine Advocate and Jeb Dunnuck. It’s a textbook example of how big and rich the 2021 vintage will be with Kerin O’Keefe calling it “bold, fresh, and full-bodied” and Parker’s Wine Advocate coining their unique style as a, “sunshine-driven character that defines its appeal.” This is perfect for a romantic dinner out or at home. No opening a bottle, drinking half and pouring the rest down the drain three days later…

There is something unmistakably classical about Brunello di Montalcino 2021. The wines have an almost old-fashioned charm, with fresh, graceful aromatics that recall balanced vintages of the past such as 1997, 1999, 2001 and 2004. This “al dente” character best defines the new Brunellos now arriving on the market. I recommend buying this vintage. I prefer it to more recent ones, including 2018, 2019 and 2020.”-James Suckling