Results for: "Ciacci Piccolomini Brunello Di Montalcino"

Aromas of violets, lavender, licorice, nutmeg and potpourri. Full-bodied with layers of fine tannins that are crunchy and silky, showing freshness and bright fruit at the end. Caressing texture. An excellent example of the vintage. Needs time to come together, but is very pretty and satisfying. Try after 2028.

Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 2020 Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Brunello di Montalcino (96JS, 95KO, 94JD, 93RP, 93VN, 93WS, 91DC). James Suckling: "A profound wine with vibrancy and complexity, exuding restrained cherries and raspberries, together with touches of ash and fresh orange peel. Leafiness and meaty minerality add an extra dimension. The attack is lush and ripe, with full body, velvety tannins, refreshing acidity and violet-soaked cherries to finish. Real precision here. Drinkable now, but best after 2025." (09/2024)

Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2016 Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Brunello di Montalcino (97KO, 95JS, 95RP, 93DC, 93VN, 93WS). Kerin O'Keefe: "Red berry, wild rose, crushed mint and dark spice aromas are front and center on this fragrant red. The full-bodied palate is concentrated but also boasts finesse, offering layers of raspberry jam, smooth licorice and tobacco alongside a backbone of enveloping, velvety tannins. You’ll also detect the warmth of alcohol but the succulent fruit stands up to it." (12/2020)

Enticing aromas of red cherries, dried strawberries and hints of plums, cedar, sandalwood and balsamic. Medium-bodied with a tight and rich center palate and a chewy and powerful finish. This needs time to come together and soften slightly. Best after 2029.

Bid on this 2-magnum lot of 2007 Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Pianrosso - Santa Caterina d'Oro Brunello di Montalcino Riserva (1.5L) (97JS, 93DC, 93WS). James Suckling: A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. (10/2014)

Bid on this bottle of 2012 Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona "Pianrosso - Santa Caterina d'Oro" Brunello di Montalcino Riserva (100KO, 97JS, 95RP, 94VN, 93WS). Kerin O'Keefe: "This gorgeous wine blew me away. It opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle and plum that meld together with eucalyptus. Smooth, full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. " (12/2017)