Complex and harmonious, this red evokes cherry, plum, earth, tar and wild herb flavors. Bright and solidly built, with a long finish echoing fruit, mineral and underbrush notes. Best from 2023 through 2042.
At 225 metres above sea level, Donatella Cinelli Colombini's 40ha Montalcino estate sits in the cool, northern reaches of the region. Called Casato Prime Donna, it is operated entirely by women at all levels of production. The 2015 is certainly the most refined vintage of this wine that I have tasted from the property. It is fresh and bright with enthralling herb, violet and cherry nuances. But it doesn't give everything up all at once: iron notes come out on the palate and powdery tannins brace the compact core. Lovely, lively finish. Drinking Window 2021 - 2031
Violet, wild berry, face powder and a whiff of eucalyptus are front and center on this fragrant red. It’s elegant and linear, offering ripe Marasca cherry, licorice and dried mint framed in lithe polished tannins. It’s already accessible but will also offer several more years of sipping pleasure. Drink through 2027
