2019 Collemattoni Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

100% organic Sangiovese Grosso. Made from Sangiovese grown in vineyards located in all four of the major quadrants of the Montalcino production zone, which allows owner Adon Bucci to make a highly balanced wine. Once picked and gently pressed, the juice undergoes fermentation and maceration in stainless steel tanks for 30 days; the wine then ages in Slovenian oaks casks for thirty months and ages in bottle for four months before release. 

This is a tiny seven hectare estate in San Angelo in Colle, on the southern side of the hill of Montalcino. Marcello Bucci, who studied oenology under Signora Fuligni (Roberto Fuligni's aunt), is making wonderfully good wines, which have rapidly increased both in quality and international recognition. The wines from these vineyards are fuller and riper than wines from the northern parts of the zone. Collemattoni is one of the best value wines of the region.  ~Mike Guerra, Enoteca Direct

92 points, Vinous Media. "The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino is rich with a dark blend of crushed strawberries and plums complemented by minty herbs and camphor. This displays soft textures and a core of ripe wild berry fruits guided by brisk acidity. A web of fine-grained tannins saturates toward the close. The 2019 tapers off structured and long, leaving a dusty sensation. However, it's still fresh, as bitter hints of black tea and an air of sage resonate. This will take time to come fully into focus."