Nicolas Belfrage: Deep, virtually opaque. Rich, plummy nose, with some of that lanoline one gets from good Brunello. Creamy texture and firm acidity, side to side. Somewhat modern style but an exemplary representative of such. Long finish, with coffee, sour cherry, and plum all mingling. Very well-achieved example of correct Brunello, great length and character. Drinking now and built to last. 18

Stephen Brook: Vigorous nose, quite oaky, with some red-fruit aromas such as redcurrants, as well as sour cherries. The attack is rather sweet and jammy and obvious, though there is ample acidity and drive. Perky but one-dimensional, with a lack of depth and precision. Medium length, with a slightly tart finish. 14

Andrew Jefford: Deep but clear red-black. Warm and earthy, with lots of vellum and calfskin notes: a characteristically subtle, under-stated appeal. Fine concentration and depth here, with lots of warm and now evolved, glowing, penetrating red-currant fruit powering through to a surprisingly tight, grippy, knotty finish. This is a less subtly allusive wine than some, but its energy and force are undeniable and its thrust, poise, and shape are all very Tuscan. It might seem a little dry and austere to those not used to these articulations, but this relatively craggy yet full-throated Brunello will please aficionados. 15.5