Val di Suga usually produces a three-part series of single-vineyard wines (Vigna Spuntali, Poggio al Granchio and Vigna del Lago), but these wines were not produced in this challenging vintage. Instead, the estate's best fruit was directed to the 2017 Brunello di Montalcino. This is a balanced expression, with blue and purple fruits, cola, earth and dried flowers spread over a lean, compact finish. This production of 50,000 bottles is hitting the market now.

A rich, open-knit red, with mingling macerated cherry, plum and spice flavors. Picks up a hint of black pepper and mineral on the finish. Fine balance, if lacking a bit of energy and grip. Drink now through 2030. 10,000 cases made, 1,500 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Brunello di Montalcino Select to Add