2018 La Serena Brunello di Montalcino Gemini Riserva

Graphite, dark licorice, toast, dark cherry, pepper, leather and eucalyptus aromas with balsamic depth. Powerful on the palate, with a full body, thick velvety tannins, crisp acidity and a savory, toasted finish. Good balance in a powerful way. Try from 2028.

This expressive red delivers aromas and flavors of cherry, currant, mushroom, eucalyptus, iron, sanguine and smoky autumn woods. Firm, with a line of drying tannins, this stays persistent, just leaning to the tannic side in the balance. Shows terrific potential. Best from 2026 through 2042. 750 cases made, 280 cases imported.