Costanti Brunello Reserva 2019 Rufete Based largely on Cabernet Sauvignon

Based largely on Cabernet Sauvignon mixed with 23% Merlot

flawless balance

Hopefully you’ll be able to snag a bottle or two (or more) before this allocation dries up

and a faint whiff of graphite

with barely-there tannins and a subtle granitic snap keeping it from veering into simple quaff

Costanti Brunello Reserva 2019 Rufete Based largely on Cabernet Sauvignon100 points. "2019 was a fantastic vintage in Montalcino and in particular for storied producer Conti Costanti. Andrea Costantis compelling 2019 Brunello Riserva is exquisite, starting with its heady scents of violet, rose, exotic dark spice, camphor and forest floor. Brimming with class and extreme elegance, the delicious palate mesmerizes with great depth and layers of flavor including Morello cherry, raspberry compote, orange zest, licorice, cake