In the hills of Montalcino, Sangiovese takes on a darker, more structured character than it shows elsewhere in Tuscany, and it must age at length before release as Brunello. This is the 2021 from Sassetti Livio Pertimali, a still, dry expression of that tradition, built for the cellar as much as the table.
Black cherries and plums arrive with a balsamic edge, threaded with minty herbs and a whiff of forest undergrowth. There is an inner sweetness here, and a deep mineral streak, carried on textures that turn silken across the palate. The tannins have an edge to them, firm but never obstructive, and the finish stretches out with real length and force, trailing licorice and a spiced citrus lift.
Product Details
| Category | Wine |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Subregion | Brunello di Montalcino |
| Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Producer | Sassetti Livio Pertimali |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750 ML |
| Subtype | Still |
Balsamic-tinged black cherries and plums combine with minty herbs and hints of undergrowth as the 2020 Brunello di Montalcino makes itself known in the glass. It possesses a balanced inner sweetness, deep mineral aromas and silken textures that create a seductive impression. It finishes with tremendous length and potency, leaving nuances of licorice and spiced citrus. Edgy tannins resonate yet don't get in the way of the 2020s' giving personality. (Vinous)