Ciacci Piccolomini, Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 'Pianrosso' [wood], 2019 (wine arriving April 2025)
is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Ciacci Piccolomini is one of Montalcino’s most revered estates, known for its rich yet refined Brunello wines. Pianrosso is their flagship single-vineyard bottling, sourced from prime south-facing slopes with iron-rich soils that lend both power and elegance. Produced only in exceptional vintages, the Brunello Riserva Pianrosso undergoes extended aging in large Slavonian oak casks, allowing it to develop remarkable complexity. The 2019 vintage, shaped by a near-perfect growing season, offers both structure and vibrancy, making this a wine for the ages.
Deep black cherry, plum, and dried rose petals lead into layers of tobacco, leather, and warm spice. The tannins are firm yet beautifully integrated, giving the wine impressive length and aging potential. While robust, the acidity remains bright, keeping it fresh and precise despite its concentration. Compared to the estate’s classic Brunello, the Riserva shows more depth, polish, and the ability to evolve for decades.
A benchmark Brunello for collectors, this will reward patience, developing even greater complexity over the next 20+ years. Decant if opening young, or cellar to watch it unfold. A perfect match for bistecca Fiorentina, wild boar ragù, or aged pecorino, this is Brunello at its most powerful and elegant.