Brunello di Montalcino Mocali 2021 (750ML)

An April frost cut Mocali’s 2021 crop, and the smaller harvest ripened through a hot, dry summer eased by late-August rain, while sharp swings between warm days and cool September nights kept the acidity bright. The estate, founded by Dino Ciacci in the 1950s, lies in the southwest of Montalcino, where its vineyards reach 400 meters on limestone-rich marl and catch sea breezes. This Sangiovese leans into its Mediterranean setting: black cherry, ripe plum and wild berries mingle with pine, sage, mint, cedar and a touch of vanilla. The palate is generous and silky, with a cool line of acidity and a briny, mineral streak, and the fine tannins still carry some youthful grip. A spicy finish ends on a faint bitter note. One critic finds it ready on release in 2026; another would wait until 2029. Serve with roast rabbit and rosemary, porcini tagliatelle, or herb-crusted lamb chops.