94 points Kerin O'Keefe: "Wild berry, forest floor and dark spice aromas mingle with eucalyptus. Aged in predominately in large casks of French and Austrian oak, the savory, elegant palate offers juicy red cherry, cranberry, star anise and white pepper alongside bright acidity and fine-grained tannins. An incredible showing for what is the firm’s entry level Brunello, this just gets better and better every vintage. Drink: 2023–2033. (Nov 2022)"
93 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "[$80 list] Castello Banfi brings us this classic expression of the vintage. Their 2018 Brunello di Montalcino is hearty and dark with a level of distinguished power (with 15% alcohol) and sophistication that you only get with Brunello, a wine that by law ages for five years before its commercial release. Dark plum and blackcurrant segue seamlessly to spice, tar and black earth. The fruit ripeness is opulent and contrasted against elegant acidity and polished tannins. Drink: 2024-2035. (Mar 2023)"
93 points Wine Spectator: "[$80 list] Round, fleshy and succulent, exuding black cherry, blackberry, violet and rosemary flavors. This has a glycerol feel, fine balance and harmony, with a long, fruity, savory and minerally aftertaste. Combines power and energy. Best from 2025 through 2043. (2023)"
93 points James Suckling: "This has a pretty nose of dried roses, cocoa powder, red tea, hazelnut skins, cherries, plum stones and sandalwood. Full-bodied with very finely-knit tannins and zippy acidity. So much life and energy. Drink from 2023. (12/11/22)"
93 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "[$80 list] Castello Banfi brings us this classic expression of the vintage. Their 2018 Brunello di Montalcino is hearty and dark with a level of distinguished power (with 15% alcohol) and sophistication that you only get with Brunello, a wine that by law ages for five years before its commercial release. Dark plum and blackcurrant segue seamlessly to spice, tar and black earth. The fruit ripeness is opulent and contrasted against elegant acidity and polished tannins. Drink: 2024-2035. (Mar 2023)"
93 points Wine Spectator: "[$80 list] Round, fleshy and succulent, exuding black cherry, blackberry, violet and rosemary flavors. This has a glycerol feel, fine balance and harmony, with a long, fruity, savory and minerally aftertaste. Combines power and energy. Best from 2025 through 2043. (2023)"
93 points James Suckling: "This has a pretty nose of dried roses, cocoa powder, red tea, hazelnut skins, cherries, plum stones and sandalwood. Full-bodied with very finely-knit tannins and zippy acidity. So much life and energy. Drink from 2023. (12/11/22)"
| Product SKU | 346627 |
| Producer | Banfi |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| SubRegion | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
| Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 16.5% |
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