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San Polino - Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2019
San Polino - Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2019

San Polino - Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2019

Brunello di Montalcino|Red wine

98/100

James Suckling

18/20

Jancis Robinson

96/100

Decanter

94+/100

Vinous

Italy
Sangiovese
complex
wonder
smooth finish
rib eye steak

“A magnificent, spectacular achievement and an undeniably breathtaking year—this is the press’s recognition of this extraordinary Riserva!”

“A wine of such complexity and beauty that it invites reflection while evoking a sense of happiness and serenity. Aromas of orange peel and peach; medium-bodied on the palate with wonderfully integrated tannins. Great finesse that lingers for several minutes. An exceptional wine. Perfect balance in every aspect. Made from grapes grown using organic and biodynamic farming methods. Ready to drink now or for aging.” (James Suckling 2025)

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Estate

San Polino

Vintage

Riserva

Vintage

2019

Designation

Brunello di Montalcino

Region

Italy

Grape Varieties

100% Sangiovese

Regions

Tuscany region, south-facing vineyard, 450 meters above sea level, highly varied soils: primarily sandy-loam and volcanic, interspersed with veins of marl, a unique terroir

Viticulture

Certified Organic

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Wine Production

Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in 35-hl barrels, 3 days of cold maceration before fermentation, followed by 42 days of skin contact after fermentation

Livestock Farming

Aged for 6 months in French oak barrels (with regular stirring), followed by 4 years in Slavonian and French oak barrels

Alcohol content

14,5%

Eye

Deep purple color with ruby highlights; bright core

Nose

Intense and vibrant, with notes of strawberry jam, cedar, rich leather, and menthol, enhanced by sweet spices and a subtle, refreshing minerality—it’s already delicious...

Palate

Silky and exquisitely elegant, with a perfect balance of fine, well-integrated tannins, extraordinary vibrancy and depth, and a finish that leaves an indelible impression on the palate: a captivating Tuscan wine

Serve

At 15-16°C

Open

Decant 2 hours beforehand to bring out the best flavors

Drink starting at

2025

Drink before

2045

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with a rib of beef, lamb chops baked in foil, or dishes from Tuscan or Mediterranean cuisine...

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Decanter

Decanter

Wine rated (2024 guide) 96/100

About the wine:

The estate’s Riserva is produced only in vintages of incomparable greatness, or when there is a particularly captivating story to tell. The previous vintage, 2017, fell into the latter category, while 2019, by contrast, celebrates an undeniably exceptional year. It opens with an intoxicating blend of clove, vanilla, and cilantro, before distinct mineral notes take over. The palate is still somewhat muddled after a long aging in Slavonian oak barrels, though it is decidedly young. Soft yet concentrated, with a thrilling tension, it pulses with lively acidity. The well-extracted, clay-like tannins require at least two years of cellaring. 2027–2039
Jancis Robinson

Jancis Robinson

Wine rated (2024 guide) 18/20

About the wine:

A brilliant ruby color, ranging from medium to deep. An exuberant and exotic nose, with aromas of raspberry and cranberry. On the palate, an explosion of raspberry against a backdrop of gritty tannins. Very long, intense, mineral, and spectacular, while retaining an elegant structure. A breathtaking wine. 2025–2036
Vinous

Vinous

Wine rated (2023 guide) 94+/100

About the wine:

The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva offers a vibrant blend of crushed strawberries, minty herbs, hints of rhubarb, cedar shavings, and aged leather. It flows smoothly and elegantly across the palate, revealing a sumptuous, silky texture. The tart aromas of wild berries are enhanced by a core of alluring acidity, with palpable mineral notes that intensify on the finish. Hints of blood orange mingle with a mineral resonance and fine tannins, while the 2019 concludes with a classically dry finish of spectacular length. It is a magnificent achievement. 2026–2038
James Suckling

James Suckling

Wine rated (2025 guide) 98/100

About the wine:

A wine whose complexity and beauty invite reflection while evoking a sense of happiness and serenity. Aromas of orange peel and peach; medium-bodied on the palate with wonderfully integrated tannins. Great finesse that lingers for several minutes. An exceptional wine. Perfect balance in every aspect. Made from grapes grown using organic and biodynamic farming methods. Ready to drink now or suitable for aging.

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