2015 Brunello di Montalcino, La Magia, Tuscany, Italy Bordeaux First Growth one of which is Castiglione

one of which is Castiglione designated

Intimations cede to certainties on the palate as encyclopaedic flavours defer to the reputations of vintage and House alike

They are also very happy with the way the frosted and non-frosted vines finally ripened homogenously

it rises up through the palate and leaves you wanting more

it's salty and fresh

2015 Brunello di Montalcino, La Magia, Tuscany, Italy Bordeaux First Growth one of which is CastiglioneLustrous mid ruby. Still compact on the nose and with exotic spice hints. Lush yet not sweet palate with lots of juicy acidity and bags of gravelly tannins. Still not at its peak. Big structure but with plenty of fruit. 17++ 20, Walter Speller, jancisrobinson. com (May 2025)