2015 Pianrosso Brunello di Montalcino Ciacci Piccolomini Ciacci Piccolomini At its heart

At its heart

Medium-length maceration with the grape skins so that optimal aromas develop in the scent and taste

4% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot aged for 20 months in 70% new French oak

I suspect purists will be anticipating later disgorgements with lower dosage and more time on the lees with particular enthusiasm

A balanced wine with notes of fruit

2015 Pianrosso Brunello di Montalcino Ciacci Piccolomini Ciacci Piccolomini At its heartParker Monica Larner 96, 2021 2040, The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso is distinguished by a unique aromatic profile that brings out mineral notes of crushed limestone or chalk. This adds a greater sense of focus and delineation that not only characterizes the bouquet but also applies to the way the wine hits the palate in a fuller and more determined way (compared to the slightly softer classic Brunello). Instead,