Embark on a guided exploration of Montalcino's diverse terroirs with this exclusive Brunello Master Selection. Each wine reveals a distinct facet of Sangiovese's magic—moving from approachable elegance to profound, age-worthy grandeur. This collection is a deep dive into the heart of Tuscany's most famous wine, showcasing different vintages, winemaking philosophies, and terroirs.

2018 Campinovi, Brunello di Montalcino - The Approachable Classic

Our journey begins with a wine that offers a perfect introduction to the magic of Brunello. The 2018 vintage in Montalcino produced wines with immediate charm and elegance. Campinovi's expression, from the Poggio Landi estate, is all about bright red fruits, floral aromatics, and the silky tannins that make Brunello so captivating. It's the perfect introduction to the house style and the elegance of the region, crafted by one of Italy's most respected winemakers, Alberto Antonini.

2020 Bramante Cosimi, Brunello di Montalcino - The Native Son

Next, we explore a wine from one of Montalcino's original native producers. Rudy Cosimi's family was one of just 28 producers in the entire appellation when they planted their vines in 1975. Today, from 50-year-old vines in sandy, limestone-clay soils, this Brunello is a testament to that heritage. Farmed with organic and biodynamic practices, it's a generous, perfumed expression of a warm vintage, with plush, silky black cherry fruit and honeyed florals. It's an incredibly smart buy and a perfect introduction to the soul of Montalcino.

2019 Bonacchi, Brunello di Montalcino - The Classic Expression

We now turn to the classic structure and profile of the superb 2019 vintage. Bonacchi's Brunello is a wine that speaks to the heart of the region, with its notes of dried cherry, leather, and savory herbs. It's a wine that showcases the balance and age-worthiness of the 2019 vintage, with a firm tannic structure and a long, elegant finish. This is a wine that will reward cellaring but is already showing its class.

2017 Siro Pacenti, Brunello di Montalcino "Vecchie Vigne" - The Modern Masterpiece

We conclude with a powerhouse from one of Montalcino's modern masters. The 2017 vintage was warm, producing wines of incredible concentration, and this "Vecchie Vigne" (Old Vines) from Siro Pacenti is a testament to the greatness of the vintage. Ranked #57 in James Suckling's Top 100 Italian Wines of 2020, this Brunello is sleek, powerful, and built with uncompromising attention to detail. From 40-60 year old vines in both the cooler north and warmer southeast of Montalcino, it's a wine of incredible depth and complexity, with layers of black cherry, plum, and spice. A true collector's item and a fitting finale to our journey.

Compare & Contrast: The Journey Within the Pack

• Campinovi: An approachable and elegant introduction to Brunello from a classic vintage.
• Bramante Cosimi: A generous, perfumed expression from a native Montalcino family.
• Bonacchi: A classic expression of the superb 2019 vintage, showcasing structure and age-worthiness.
• Siro Pacenti: A modern masterpiece from old vines, demonstrating the power and precision of a warm vintage.