2018 Pietroso Brunello di Montalcino

Founded in the 1970’s a stone's-throw away from the center of Montalcino, this 3.7 hectare estate is today managed by third-generation winemaker Gianni Pignattai. The vineyards, which are separated into multiple plots, are located between 1,200 and 1,500 feet elevation with varying soil types. Organic farming is deriguour, and in the cellar the wines are fermented naturally and aged in 30HL Slavonian oak casks. This is a deeply soulful style of Brunello, favoring elegance and poise.

“Owner Gianni Pignattai farms 3.7 hectares of Brunello vineyards distributed among three separate plots, which he blends together. Following an admirable effort in the challenging 2017 vintage, Pietroso follows up with a beautiful 2018. It exudes pure red cherry and rose underscored by new leather and a suggestion of vanilla. Midweight and understated, this well-parsed Brunello offers just enough to sink your teeth into. The tannins are silky yet assertive, jaunty acidity elevates the red berry flavours, and the finish rings out with blood orange charm.” - 94 points, Decanter