“These wines renewed my faith in the enormous potential of Montalcino.” – Wine Advocate

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How else can one know that this under $40 steal is as close as one can get to the $300 Poggio di Sotto? These sister properties share the terroir, and the winemaking. Mic drop.

If you know, you know. Maybe you were among the lucky few Ops who were able to grab one from our allocation of 6 bottles of the 2018 here.

SevenFifty explains, “After the acquisition, the Tipa-Bertarelli family worked to preserve the old vineyards of the property. They extended that love of tradition to the cellar. Working with low yields of about 2 tons/acre, winemaker Luca Marrone ferments spontaneously in stainless steel, then ages both wines in 30hl to 40hl casks for styles that are slightly more bolder and concentrated than neighboring Poggio di Sotto. The two estates share the same farming regimen… At San Giorgio, gravel and clay of volcanic origin give their wines a round, deep structure, offering the same quality and terroir by way of expression and a lower price tag than Poggio di Sotto.”

Lower by how much? Have they seen our price? It’s never been, nor ever will be, this affordable.

Yet what’s in the glass is money. It’s all that Brunello lovers expect and more. An exotic and racy take on Sangiovese Grosso, with intensely forward red-toned fruits, expressive aromatics, and an up-front, bold personality. Sweet red cherries, pomegranate, flowers, dried porcini mushrooms, and spearmint grace the racy long finish. The balance between berries and earth, sweet and savory, is a true testament to the impeccable terroir and winemaking.

It will be hard to find the elegance, grace, and complexity here in another sub-$40 Brunello deal again.

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96 Points – Raffaele Vecchione “Precise and juicy, it shows notes of lavender, hibiscus, linden, lemon peel, lemongrass and guaraná. The delicate power of the sensory matrix and then the gustatory one tells of a modern wine made in a wise and decidedly careful way. Medium body, silky tannins, and a finish of commendable beauty that describes grace and precision with every sip. Better after 2023.”

94 Points – Wine Spectator “This red is marked by cherry, plum, thyme, sage and loam aromas and flavors. Lively and firmly structured, featuring a saline undercurrent. An open-knit version, with nice equilibrium, fine energy and a long, resonant finish. Best from 2026 through 2045.”

94 Points – Jeb Dunnuck “A rich ruby hue is followed by aromas of cherry candy, wild raspberry liqueur, rosemary, and violets. On the palate, it reveals medium to full body, ripe tannins, black cherry fruit, crunchy acidity, and a hint of sage. It offers a bit of warming spice without being heavy and displays the transparency that is typical of the vintage. Drink 2024-2040.”