Col d'Orcia Brunello di Montalcino 2019

97+ points Luca Gardini: "The quality of Count Francesco Marone Cinzano’s cellar is very constant, accompanied by important numbers. Nose with hints of marasca, geranium and eucalyptus. Sapid tannins on the palate, balsamic and floral touches, gustatory compactness and crunchiness. (Oct 2023)"

96 points Kerin O'Keefe: "Inviting aromas of ripe plum, cake spice, truffle and blue flower form the nose on the gorgeous 2019 Brunello from Col d'Orcia. Showing structure and finesse, the delicious palate features ripe Morello cherry, crushed raspberry, licorice, cinnamon and mentholated notes alongside a backbone of velvety tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it well balanced. Drink 2027–2034. (Dec 2023)"

94 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The certified organic Col d'Orcia 2019 Brunello di Montalcino shows ripe fruit, blackberry, earthy notes, licorice and, generally speaking, a much bigger and riper fruit profile compared to its peers. It offers full-bodied Brunello opulence to enjoy over the near or medium term, and the wine delivers dried fruit flavors of prune and fig to close. The tannins are velvety and add to the richness of the rather upfront and immediate mouthfeel. Drink: 2024-2038. (12/14/23)"

94 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "The 2019 Brunello Di Montalcino pours a magenta/ruby color and is highly expressive with aromas of mixed berries, herbes de Provence, sweet tobacco, and candied violets. This full-bodied Brunello is flush with sweet tannins, a richly textured mid-palate, and an impressive finish. It retains very nice purity and has the potential to age over the next 15-20 years. Drink: 2024-2044. (2/28/24)"

94 points Wine Spectator: "[$85 list] This tightly packed version is resonant and persistent, with fine integration of all its components, despite being compact and austere today, revealing cherry, raspberry, rose, earth and mineral flavors. Give this the benefit of the doubt. Best from 2026 through 2042. (Mar 2024)"

93 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "Depths of dried black cherry come together with cedar shavings and worn leather as the darkly alluring 2019 Brunello di Montalcino slowly evolves in the glass. This is surprisingly juicy and energetic, with a pure blend of red fruits and inner florals coasting along a fresh acidity stream. Fine tannins settle in through the finish as the 2019 takes on a youthful tension, puckering the cheeks as tart cranberry notes fade through the youthfully chewy finale. Drink: 2025-2033. (Dec 2023)"

93 points James Suckling: "Pure and refined wine with lively raspberries, red cherries, rose hips and a touch of citrus blossom. Medium- to full-bodied with firm yet silky tannins. Excellent acidity backbone. From organically grown grapes. Already enjoyable, but give it another two to three years to develop. (9/25/23)"