2018 Podere Brizio Rosso di Montalcino
The beauty of Rosso di Montalcino is that the young-vine Brunello spends less time in wood, and thus emerges fresher and more fruit-driven than its pricier big sister. This one is all about bright red cherries, a hint of juniper, red plums, and dusty, chocolaty minerals. The Wine Advocate writes, “This is a beautifully balanced wine that lives up to all your basic expectations of this food-friendly, entry-level red from Montalcino. It's a great choice for budding Sangiovese aficionados.” You may have a hard time putting the cork back in this one!
A great winemaker, well-capitalized owners, and prime terroir: that's the recipe for great Sangiovese at Podere Brizio. Superstar oenologist Alberto Antonini is in charge of winemaking at this impressive state in the township of Tavernelle, in the west-central part of the appellation. This is just to the north of Soldera's Case Basse (arguably the greatest producer of Brunello). The Brizio wines are Brunello wines that showcase the grace and power of Sangiovese beautifully. If you need any excuse to grill a big, thick Porterhouse and dress it with sea salt and emerald-green Dievole olive oil, here's your chance.
Wine Advocate
From the folks at Dievole, the Podere Brizio 2018 Rosso di Montalcino is made with organically farmed fruit. This is a beautifully balanced wine that lives up to all your basic expectations of this food-friendly, entry-level red from Montalcino. It's a great choice for budding Sangiovese aficionados. This expression is put together nicely, with balanced acidity and a slender backbone that gives framing to wild raspberry, crushed flower, sweet tobacco and medicinal herb. The purity of those Sangiovese tones is real and lasting.