Marchesi Frescobaldi Castelgiocondo Riserva Brunello di Montalcino 2018 750ml

94 points Decanter

From CastelGiocondo’s highest altitude vineyard, at 450 metres, this encapsulates the warmth and luminosity of Montalcino’s southwest quadrant despite the cooler, wetter conditions of the vintage. It debuts with aromas of cedar, vanilla and cherry. Youthful yet yielding, the palate brings in tarragon, melted chocolate and tobacco, while the oak is integrated and balanced. Sandy tannins melt seductively, and a salty tang brings refreshment. Vivacious and munificent, this is difficult not to like. It's almost ready now but offers at least a decade of drinking pleasure.