Samuel’s Montée de Tonnerre is a blend of two parcels, one of which lies alongside that of Raveneau’s. It has a wonderfully spicy scent, reminiscent of ginger. The palate is savoury and taut, with a tingling freshness on the finish. 20% is raised in oak, giving the fruit further breadth.

Séchet is a lieu-dit within the Vaillons premier cru, which is prized for its floral, mineral, and delicate power. These old vines had belonged to Samuel’s grandmother, and many are approaching 100 years old. He never wants to put this in oak, he likes to keep the transparency of the fruit at the fore. It is tightly coiled on the nose, a little shy at first, but slowly unfurling into one of the most complex and complete wines in Samuel’s cellar.

This comes from three parcels, which are spread across the top, middle, and bottom sections of the premier cru. It is straight and incisive, with a concentrated, saline flicker on the finish. There’s a nice balance between fruit and minerality in this premier cru.

Caprili makes one of the best value and most under the radar Brunello di Montalcino; a dangerously exciting combo for Brunello bargain hunters. This family run winery is located a short walk from Soldera and Pieve Santa Restituta (Gaja). They typically produce a high toned, elegant and fresh style of Brunello. In 2021 they have delivered again. Lovely aromas of ripe strawberry and violets lead into a palate is darker fruited. Plenty of tannins and a lovely mouthfeel. This is a lovely linear wine with structure and good acidity. The long finish has minerality and a satisfing cirtus twist that keep it fresh.

Caprili makes one of the best value and most under the radar Brunello di Montalcino; a dangerously exciting combo for Brunello bargain hunters. This family run winery is located a short walk from Soldera and Pieve Santa Restituta (Gaja). They typically produce a high toned, elegant and fresh style of Brunello. In 2021 they have delivered again. Lovely aromas of ripe strawberry and violets lead into a palate is darker fruited. Plenty of tannins and a lovely mouthfeel. This is a lovely linear wine with structure and good acidity. The long finish has minerality and a satisfing cirtus twist that keep it fresh.

A delicious wine that doesn’t disappoint. With honeyed melon, ripe citrus, floral, and mint aromas, it is enticing from the outset. The Clos des Papes Blanc 2024 is dedium-bodied and elegant with pure concentrated flavours, a layered mouthfeel, integrated acidity, and a lovely mineral, saline touch on the finish. Good now but will benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age, but can keep for longer.

A medium ruby colour with a vibrant, fresh character. Juicy, ripe blackberry and cherries with a mineral finish and great length. On the nose pepper, garrigue, assorted spice, and violets with floral notes radiate from the glass. With its medium to full-body, fine tannins, and terrific overall balance, the Clos des Papes Rouge 2024 is complex and expressive.

The Vigna Loreto is a single vineyard Brunello di Montalcino from a South Eastern facing vineyard around 350 metres above sea level. This is higher toned than the regular Brunello blend, more defined by energy. It has an enticing nose of mint, sage and blackberry. The palate is soothingly round, where ripe wild berry fruits are guided by a cool, liquid-stone minerality and brisk acidity. It finishes long, with fine tannins, tart berry concentration, and a slight citrus twang. A truly distinctive single-vineyard expression.

The nose is immediately compelling, with notes of dried black cherry and sage that give way to more complex aromas of cedar and cloves. On the palate, it demonstrates a wonderful sense of energy and balance. The texture is silky and polished, carrying masses of ripe, dark red fruit with effortless grace. This is an opulent and seductive rendition that will delight Mastrojanni fans. A brilliant example of modern Brunello, showcasing both power and poise.

Le Potazzine has made one of the wines of the vintage, which is no surprise as the estate is so ruthlessly consistent. Initially a little shy, precise aromas of dried rose petals and dark cherry give way to cedar, sage and some spice. The palate is wonderfully textured with a core of bright red fruit. This is so well balanced with lots of brightness and energy leading into a long finish with gorgeous fine grained tannins. This exciting wine has all the structure in place to give enjoyment over many years.