The Ciacci Piccolomini d`Aragona estate enjoys a beautiful and huge expanse of vineyards at the back of the Castelnuovo dell`Abate village, where the downward slope of the hamlet meets the Orcia River, which delineates the appellation border. The estate`s 2015 Brunello di Montalcino offers lovely harmony and elegance. The wine`s taste profile follows the soft contours and beautiful horizons that characterize this beautiful part of Tuscany. The mouthfeel is medium-weight but carefully balanced with just enough acidity to add brightness. It shows just enough backbone to guarantee staying power and longevity. That said, the tannins are carefully integrated into the delicate fiber of the wine. This is no doubt one of the most graceful Brunellos to emerge from the 2015 vintage. Some 74,500 bottles were released in January 2020. 95 points

Dark red. Notes of iodine, five spice mix and cloves complement ripe red cherry on the nose and in the mouth. Long smooth finish. 92 points