2019 Amore e Magia Brunello di Montalcino, Podere Le Ripi
Deep ruby with brick tints. On the nose are complex aromas ranging from the intense smell of cherry, strawberry and violet to the fresh balsamic note of herbs. The palate shows ripe fruit, a hint of baked earth and very fine, elegant tannins.
2019 Amore e Magia Brunello di Montalcino, Podere Le Ripi
Deep ruby with brick tints. On the nose are complex aromas ranging from the intense smell of cherry, strawberry and violet to the fresh balsamic note of herbs. The palate shows ripe fruit, a hint of baked earth and very fine, elegant tannins.
Vinous
The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Amore e Magia reminds me more of an exotic herbal tea than wine, as hints of incense and jasmine give way to spiced blood orange. This soothes with its silky textures and cool acidity. Ripe wild berry fruits smooth over the palate, contrasted by a touch of orange toward the close. Its tannins come through in the finish, grippy and edgy, adding a classically dry sensation as suggestions of tart cranberry fade under rosy inner florals. Patience will be required; this is a strapping, young Brunello that flaunts its southern roots.
95 Points / Drinking 2026 - 2036
By Eric Guido / December 2023