2020 Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Tuscany, Italy Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico and graceful minerality

and graceful minerality

with a luscious palate of ripe red stone fruits and jams accented with spicy

with pronounced citrus and mineral notes

this shows off an inky color once in the glass

with a marked fruity presence

2020 Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Tuscany, Italy Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico and graceful mineralityQuite closed at the very first sniff, opening to reveal youthful aromas of small red fruits, intoxicating fresh violets, almost vinous character and some earthy tones. The palate is firm with medium body and velvety tannins that are a little hard on the finish now, yet balanced by refreshing acidity. Opens nicely at the end. Intense and polished style to this, yet it needs a little time for better integration. Best from 2025. James Suckling