Gianni Brunelli - Brunello di Montalcino 2020
95/100
Robert Parker
95/100
James Suckling
17++/20
Jancis Robinson
94/100
Decanter
94/100
Vinous
"A vibrant Brunello, full of life, with extreme richness and smoothness, according to Wine Advocate, to be enjoyed now or left to age for ten years in your cellar."
The Gianni Brunelli Le Chiuse di Sotto 2020 Brunello di Montalcino is balanced, finely textured, and has a beautiful consistency on the palate. This vibrant Brunello is full of life. Red and purple fruits mingle with sweet earth and iris root. I particularly like the mouthfeel achieved here. It is this combination of richness and extreme smoothness that sets it apart. [...] 2025-2040" (Wine Advocate - Robert Parker 2024)
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Eye
Deep purple color, bright disc
Nose
Intense and concentrated, with sweet aromas of roses and dried mint leaves, ripe blackcurrants, sour cherries, and redcurrants, complemented by notes of sweet spices, white pepper, and nutmeg.
Mouth
Silky and velvety, the tannins are firm and enveloping, energetic, with a solid and harmonious structure. Flavors of blackcurrant, morello cherry, and blood orange linger into a subtly toasty and mouthwatering finish.
Serve
At 14-16°C
Open
1 to 2 hours before
Drink from
2025
Drink before
2040
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with duck breast, lamb chops with thyme, barbecued ribeye steak...
Decanter
Wine rated (2024 guide) 94/100
About wine:
Due to high temperatures and dry conditions, Laura Brunelli reports that quantities were even lower than the estate's already modest average yields. That is why she decided to forego a Riserva in 2020 and use the best of the production for this bottling. This wine perfectly illustrates the floral character of the vintage, with aromas of lavender and plum blossom escaping from the glass. Exotic spices, cinchona, and bitter orange bring complexity to the palate, which reveals the warmth of summer with seductive ripeness and generous structure. It finishes with talc-like tannins and pleasant tension. 2025-2034
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2024 guide) 95/100 (Extraordinary wine)
Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About wine:
The Gianni Brunelli Le Chiuse di Sotto 2020 Brunello di Montalcino is balanced, finely textured, and has a beautiful consistency on the palate. This vibrant Brunello is full of life. Red and purple fruits mingle with sweet earth and iris root. I particularly like the mouthfeel achieved here. It is this combination of richness and extreme smoothness that sets it apart. This is a limited edition of 16,907 bottles and larger formats. 2025-2040
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2024 guide) 17++/20
About wine:
Medium ruby color. Nose of cardamom, leather, and mineral and iodine notes. Compact, youthful palate with cherry aromas and delicious, chewy tannins that dominate the aromatic, fruity finish. Great potential, 2025-2034.
Vinous
Wine rated (2023 guide) 94/100
About wine:
The 2020 Brunello di Montalcino seduces with its enticing bouquet of crushed cherries and strawberries, enhanced by notes of mint, cedar, and saddle leather. It is a more graceful and elegant style, with medium-bodied textures and pure notes of wild berries on a wave of lively acidity. The 2020 echoes nuances of licorice and blue and purple flowers, while leaving a subtle layer of fine tannins that frame the experience very well. 2026-2036
James Suckling
Wine rated (2024 guide) 95/100
Rated Recommended
About wine:
This wine has a balsamic and complex profile. The nose exudes dried flowers, licorice, raspberries, and redcurrants. Very crisp and juicy, with a full body and fleshy, chalky tannins due to its youth. However, it is smooth and balanced on the finish. It needs a little time to integrate better, but it is a delicious wine with very good substance for the long term. Best after 2025.
Customer rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Note and opinion by Mr. JOSEPH W. Published on 05/29/2025
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