97 points and 'Cellar Selection,' Wine Enthusiast: "Delicate aromas of new leather, wild berry, chopped mint and a balsamic whiff of eucalyptus come together on this stunning wine. The palate is still youthfully restrained, but already offers juicy Marasca cherry, raspberry compote, star anise and a hint of truffle set against tightly wound, refined tannins. Bright acidity provides balance. It needs time to unwind and fully develop but promises to blossom into a stunner. Drink 2023–2038. Alcohol 14%. (May 2018)"
96 points Ian D'Agata (Vinous): "[$208 list] Luminous full red. The lively, perfumed nose combines red cherry, blueberry, minerals and flinty aromas. Rich and densely packed, showing captivating peppery lift to the very ripe red and blue fruit flavors. I distinctly remember just how deceptively accessible this was when I tasted it with Alessia Salvioni in her small cellar in downtown Montalcino back in February 2017; it has continued to develop nicely since then and really showcases the depth, solid structure and length to support a long, graceful evolution in bottle. Knockout Brunello from one of the quality leaders of Montalcino (and Italy, for that matter). Drink: 2024-2033. (Apr 2018)"
96 points Decanter: "Salvioni's La Cerbaiola property is in the southeast of Montalcino, at an average altitude of 440 metres on galestro soil. It is divided into three plots totalling less than 4ha. In 2013, the estate only made Brunello (no Rosso), for a total of 12,000 bottles. This wine does not disappoint, but you will need to wait for its charms to be revealed. For now, it flirts with hints of orange peel and pomegranate. Resolute tannins and succulent acidity carry though to a sappy, balsam finish that promises much more to come. 2021-2036. (Feb 2018)"
93 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "Tasted from barrel, the 2013 Brunello di Montalcino La Cerbaiola is a fine and delicate expression. The bouquet opens gracefully to show pressed violets, blanched almond, wild spice and crisp forest berry. Like most of Salvioni's wines, this newest release is all about those tiny details. All those miniature components come together to build volume and intensity as the wine settles firmly over the palate. This vintage is slightly more streamlined and thin, yet the polished intensity of the mouthfeel is satisfying and long regardless. Drink: 2020-2033. (Feb 2018)"
18/20 points Jancis Robinson: "Maturing mid ruby with orange tinges. A little stalky/reductive with sour cherry and rose hip underneath. Gains in complexity with aeration. Complex, ripe cherry shot through by vibrant acidity. Plenty of tannins and depth. Gorgeous if embryonic and with plenty of potential. Drink: 2020-2030. (2/13/18)"
96 points Ian D'Agata (Vinous): "[$208 list] Luminous full red. The lively, perfumed nose combines red cherry, blueberry, minerals and flinty aromas. Rich and densely packed, showing captivating peppery lift to the very ripe red and blue fruit flavors. I distinctly remember just how deceptively accessible this was when I tasted it with Alessia Salvioni in her small cellar in downtown Montalcino back in February 2017; it has continued to develop nicely since then and really showcases the depth, solid structure and length to support a long, graceful evolution in bottle. Knockout Brunello from one of the quality leaders of Montalcino (and Italy, for that matter). Drink: 2024-2033. (Apr 2018)"
96 points Decanter: "Salvioni's La Cerbaiola property is in the southeast of Montalcino, at an average altitude of 440 metres on galestro soil. It is divided into three plots totalling less than 4ha. In 2013, the estate only made Brunello (no Rosso), for a total of 12,000 bottles. This wine does not disappoint, but you will need to wait for its charms to be revealed. For now, it flirts with hints of orange peel and pomegranate. Resolute tannins and succulent acidity carry though to a sappy, balsam finish that promises much more to come. 2021-2036. (Feb 2018)"
93 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "Tasted from barrel, the 2013 Brunello di Montalcino La Cerbaiola is a fine and delicate expression. The bouquet opens gracefully to show pressed violets, blanched almond, wild spice and crisp forest berry. Like most of Salvioni's wines, this newest release is all about those tiny details. All those miniature components come together to build volume and intensity as the wine settles firmly over the palate. This vintage is slightly more streamlined and thin, yet the polished intensity of the mouthfeel is satisfying and long regardless. Drink: 2020-2033. (Feb 2018)"
18/20 points Jancis Robinson: "Maturing mid ruby with orange tinges. A little stalky/reductive with sour cherry and rose hip underneath. Gains in complexity with aeration. Complex, ripe cherry shot through by vibrant acidity. Plenty of tannins and depth. Gorgeous if embryonic and with plenty of potential. Drink: 2020-2030. (2/13/18)"
| Product SKU | 335424 |
| Producer | Salvioni (La Cerbaiola) |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| SubRegion | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG |
| Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Vintage | 2013 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 14.0% |
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