The Pietroso 2017 Brunello di Montalcino shows a sweet side with cherry, easy fruit and spice. This vintage is simple in execution and delivery with a rather short finish and plenty of rich fruit weight. I recommend a near-term drinking window for this bottle.

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino is a nicely balanced Sangiovese that provides equal parts dark fruit and savory spice. That sense of pretty balance continues to the palate where the wine shows freshness and integrated tannins. The mouthfeel and textural richness of the wine is enhanced by the sunny conditions of the vintage and the balanced ripeness of the fruit on display here. Here's a good excuse for a roasted game hen with crunchy potatoes.

This Brunello opens to an unexpectedly sweet and soft bouquet that you don't find with frequency in this vintage. The 2013 Brunellos tend to be drier, more compact and streamlined compared to this wine. Pietroso's 2013 Brunello di Montalcino starts off with a healthy dose of ripe cherry and sweet spice. The mouthfeel shows bright acidity, but it also offers extra textural richness to soften any sharpness.

Earth and underbrush notes combine with cherry and strawberry fruit in this austere red. The sinewy tannins enhance the pleasant astringency on the finish. Best from 2019 through 2033. 1,000 cases made, 250 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add

Offering a combination of cherry, licorice and spice flavors, this red is balanced and bright. The tannins are well-integrated with the smooth texture, and the finish is long and satisfying. Best from 2016 through 2024. 1,000 cases made, 150 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add