Brunello di Montalcino Colombaio Tassi 2019 (1.5L)

94 Points, Kerin O'Keefe, KerinOKeefe.com: "The 2019 Tassi Vigna Colombaiolo shows intensity and finesse. The structured, vibrant palate delivers ripe red cherry, red currant, exotic brown spice, bitter orange, salty mineral and grilled Porcini before a coffee bean close. Firm, tightly-knit tannins and bright acidity keep it balanced. Drink 2029–2039" 12/23

97 Points, Luca Gardini, Gardini Notes: "Vigna Colombaiolo in Castelnuovo dell’Abate, one of the staples of the house Tassi. Nose with tones of freshness, yellow melon, hints of eucalyptus and gillyflower. A sapid palate, with a balsamic return of floral notes. Closes with hints of yellow fruits, showing great taste persistence." 10/23

95 Points, Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The Tassi 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Colombaiolo has a different character compared to the Giuseppe Tassi. This wine has a thicker weaving with more texture and fruit weight. This wine is horizontal in its delivery and the other is vertical. There are hints of marjoram, star anise and wild sage that add spice over a medium to full-bodied approach." 12/23

94 Points, James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com: "Aromas of lead pencil, plums, cherries, lavender and dried flowers. Medium body, firm tannins and a juicy finish. Structured and linear. Opens at the end with lots of fruit and juicy tannins. From organically grown grapes. Best in three to four years." 10/23

95 Points, Eric Guido, Vinous: "Dark and earthy in the glass, the 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Colombaiolo pulls the taster down to the earth with a blend of crushed rocks, underbrush and orange aromas as a core of bright cherry slowly emerges. This sweeps across the palate with grace, silken and enveloping, with violet-laced wild berry fruits and orange hints that add lovely contrast. The Vigna Colombaiolo leaves a classically dry sensation as a web of fine tannins is perfectly offset by touches of tangerine and inner violet florals, finishing dramatically long yet energetic and spry. This is a whole new level for Vigna Colombaiolo." 11/23