Montalcino may never see two back to back vintages as phenomenal as 2015 and 2016 again. By now you’ve probably tasted a few of the 2015s, and just like me you have been wowed. Well, you’re in a for a treat because 2016 is supposed to be even better! Yes, producers and critics alike regard 2016 as potentially the greatest vintage Montalcino has ever seen. Greater even than 2010 which until now was the region’s benchmark.

“If I had to think of one way to universally describe the majority of wines from the 2016 vintage, I would offer that they are like a well-muscled black stallion in its prime. They are dark yet radiant, expressive, nearly explosive at times, yet pure, poised and structured. These are wines that capture your imagination; and no matter how youthfully tense they are today, you simply can’t help but revisit a glass over and over again; because in many cases, the aromatics alone are intoxicating.” – Antonio Galloni on Brunello di Montalcino 2016.

“If you ever wanted a Brunello di Montalcino for your cellar to age for decades, then buy the 2016 vintage when the wines come out in the market in January 2021. The 2016 vintage marks the second great year in a row for Brunello di Montalcino following the sensational 2015, which is currently on the market.” – James Suckling

Greatest. Best. Best Ever? You decide. We have a sensational pre-arrival offer available from the legendary Valdicava estate. Their show stopping 2016, and the 2015 and 2010 Madonna Riservas. These wines will be arriving spring 2021. THERE ARE THREE WINES BEING OFFERED

Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino Madonna del Piano Riserva 2015

Sale $289.99 (magnum $599.99 net)

100 pts James Suckling / 96 Wine Advocate

“Spectacular aromas of crushed fruit, plums, sous bois, porcini and black truffles.   Decadent year, but fresh.  Full bodied, dense and linear on the palate, yet so much in balance and refined with incredible depth and consistency.  The savory and juicy finish, with vivid acidity and fruit, is eye-opening.  GREATEST EVER.   Best after 2025, but can’t wait to try it again.”

Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino Madonna del Piano Riserva 2010 

Sale $309.99 (3 liter $1,499 net)

100 pts James Suckling / 97 pts Wine Spectator / 95 pts Wine Advocate

“A wine with superb finesse and depth. So subtle and understated yet, powerful and long. The tannin intensity is amazing. It just builds like a massive wave. Superb. Give this time in the bottle. The length is endless. Better in 2018.”  

Supply on all three is limited. Please reply to order.