This brilliant eastern Montalcino cru acted as the absolute perfect defense mechanism against the heat of the year. The nose completely bypasses any heavy, roasted baggage that most Brunello have in this vintage. Instead, it comes at you with a highly high-toned wave of wild mint, crushed galestro stone, and a distinct, "crunchy" core of dark sour cherry and dried blood orange peel. It smells serious and demanding. On the palate, it absolutely refuses to be fat or syrupy. Where lesser wines from this vintage completely collapse under their own weight, Le Lucere drives forward with a razor-sharp, vertical spine of acidity. Normally, a single-vineyard Brunello of this pedigree and critical acclaim sits comfortably at $120 elsewhere. At $79.99, it is absolute highway robbery. Secure your allocation before it disappear. It’s to be enjoyed now, we are in the perfect drinking window.