Expressive flavors of ripe cherry, raspberry, pomegranate and rose are offset by thick, dusty tannins and accents of wild herbs and menthol in this fresh, layered red, which stays vibrant throughout, with a long aftertaste of red fruit and savory notes. Shows excellent aging potential. Best from 2029 through 2048. 3,333 cases made, 500 cases imported.

The expressive 2021 Brunello di Montalcino opens with an array of crushed violet and lavender tones before giving way to citrus-laced blackberries and cherries. Cool-toned and wickedly fresh, it possesses a solid core of mineral-infused wild berry fruits and blue and purple inner florals that arch throughout. Sweet tannins frame the finish beautifully as hints of balsamic spice and pomegranate linger incredibly long. The 2021 is a radiant beast in need of taming. It's hard to put this glass down. - Eric Guido, November 2025

In Montalcino’s south, just under the town of Sant’Angelo in Colle, Lisini suffered just enough frost damage to make green harvesting unnecessary in 2021. The estate’s flagship Brunello harnesses the warmth of the summer and the profusion of its Mediterranean landscape. Oily herbs, pine and sweet spice lead off. The palate is suffused with liquorice root, arbutus berries and mature persimmon – lush but has a bite. Layered, terracotta-like tannins cling as it self-assuredly fills the mouth. Luscious acidity underlies the whole through to the drawn-out, minerally finish.

This offers very pure and delicious aromas of red cherries, dried orange peel, dried flowers and crushed rocks. A touch of iodine, too. Medium-bodied with fresh acidity and compact tannins that are nicely integrated. Transparent and well balanced, with a lingering finish. Better from 2028.

The 2021 Lisini opens with enticing aromas of lavender, Mediterranean scrub, forest berry and dark spice. Full-bodied and savory, the palate features wild raspberry, Marasca cherry, star anise and bitter orange alongside smooth, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it bright.

The Lisini 2021 Brunello di Montalcino opens with pretty fruit, led by a touch of candied cherry that sits front and center, followed by lifted aromas of wild plum, sweet earth and pressed blue flower. I like the aromatic intensity and snappy, fruit-forward personality of this wine, which immediately draws you in. While the attack is generous and expressive, there is clear power and structure on the back end that give the wine depth and shape. This is a production of 40,000 bottles.- ML

Pouring a dark ruby red hue, the 2021 Brunello Di Montalcino is expansive on the nose, with balsamic, black cherries, menthol, and forest earth. The palate is medium to full-bodied and lively, with bright acidity, angular tannins, and good length that keeps it focused through the finish. It should drink well with time in bottle. Drink 2026-2040. - Audrey Frick