Valdicava Madonna del Piano Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 1.5L Magnum

Valdicava Madonna del Piano Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016 is a monumental and classic expression of single-vineyard Brunello from one of Montalcino's most legendary and structured vintages. This deep ruby-red wine reveals a highly sophisticated, complex, and perfumed bouquet filled with fresh violets, lavender, black cherry, and cassis, seamlessly layered with sweet sandalwood, damp earth, sage, and a touch of fresh leather. On the palate, it is full-bodied and impeccably balanced, displaying deep inner power and focused, ultra-fine, velvety tannins that glide with amazing fresh acidity into an incredibly persistent, savory, and mineral-driven finish.

Food Pairing: Pairs exquisitely with slow-braised wild boar ragù, thick-cut charcoal-grilled Bistecca alla Fiorentina, roasted leg of lamb, or mature aged Pecorino Toscano.

99 Points - James Suckling

This is heavenly on the nose with fresh flowers such as violet and cherries with undertones of freshly shaved sandalwood. It’s full-bodied with very fine tannins that are focused and intense with a polished nature. This is a complete wine that impresses at every level. Give it at least five to six years to come together and resolve the tannin structure. Better after 2027.

98 Points - Wine Spectator

Expressive yet complex, this red is already revealing tertiary hints of truffle, fading roses and spice. Features cherry, raspberry, iron, eucalyptus and anise flavors allied to a firm, compact structure. Balanced and long, with fresh fruit, spice and mineral accents lingering on the endless finish.

96 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The Valdicava 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano impresses for its intensity, its balance and its freshness. The wine is medium to full-bodied with a good amount of fruit weight and power that is offset by acidity and the lifted, vibrant quality of the bouquet. If balance is the objective, this wine meets it goals, although like with many of its peers, you certainly won't miss the deep inner power of this determined Brunello.