Montevertine Le Pergole Torte 2020

Medium to pale purplish color, bright and precise cherry fruit character with bergamot, fresh violets and black cherries. The attack is almost sour, but with firm, integrated acidity and chalky tannins. It’s velvety and ripe with a super-savory finish that has a hint of licorice, a tight-knit structure enhancing the length. Amazing polished finish.

This latest vintage of one of Italy's most important wines has an almost choreographed delivery with dramatic pause and high crescendos as it unfolds over the palate. The Montevertine 2020 Le Pergole Torte feels initially shy, but that is a fleeting impression because its all-around intensity builds beautifully upon dark cherry, blackcurrant, spice, iris root and warm earth. Those notes are followed by a delicate floral interlude, and the wine builds upward again with a very bright and lively mouthfeel fueled by fine tannins and lovely freshness. It is fleshy and rich. This is one of the best wines from this vintage in the region for sure. (ML)