Le Ragnaie’s 2021 Brunello is a striking expression of Montalcino at its most poised and lifted—an elegant, high-toned Sangiovese that trades brute force for clarity, perfume, and precision. From some of the estate’s highest vineyards, it captures the cool, airy side of Brunello with beautiful tension and energy.

The nose is pure and seductive, with sour cherry, wild strawberry, dried rose, blood orange, and a dusting of sage and earthy spice. On the palate, bright red fruit and citrus peel glide across a mineral core, supported by firm but refined tannins and a vivid line of acidity that gives the wine length and lift. There’s a savory undertow too—tea leaf, crushed stone, and a whisper of balsamic complexity—that keeps every sip evolving.

This is a Brunello that speaks in a clear voice: traditional, transparent, and deeply site-driven. It’s already compelling with a long decant, but it has the structure and balance to age gracefully for years, making it a superb choice for braised meats, mushroom dishes, or simply a quiet night when you want a wine with real presence.