In advance of Decanter‘s full report on the new 2021 vintage of Brunello di Montalcino – coming to Decanter Premium in February – I want to provide a brief overview of what Sangiovese fans can look forward to this year – and the wines which impressed me the most.
An event held last November, the 34th edition of ‘Benvenuto Brunello’, brought together preview samples of Brunello di Montalcino 2021, Brunello Riserva 2020, and Rosso di Montalcino reds (2022 and 2023 vintages) from 123 wineries.
To some extent, the 2021 vintage of Brunello di Montalcino surprises with structured yet weightless wines. Furthermore, to the delight of those who love the typicality and character of Brunello expressed with greater immediacy and finesse, the 2021s are ready to be enjoyed now.
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Alessandra’s pick of 2021 Brunellos to look out for:
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{"wineId":"104686","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"104685","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"104687","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"104690","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"104689","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"104688","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"104691","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
{"wineId":"104692","displayCase":"standard","paywall":true}
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