Brunello di Montalcino 'Poggio Severo'

Score

96

"Aromas of blue flower, Mediterranean brush, dark spice and baked plum mingle with an earthy whiff of new leather and a balsamic note of menthol on the fragrant Lisini 2021 Brunello Poggio Severo. Showing an earthy finesse and offering layers of flavor, the smooth, full-bodied palate features the same plum note as the nose as well as bitter orange rind, licorice and dark chocolate. Tightly woven, velvety tannins provide support."

Score

96

"Shows some development, with its cherry, black currant, pomegranate and eucalyptus flavors adding sweet smoke and woodsy mushroom details. Though compelling now, this remains fresh and should evolve well over the medium term. Complex and harmonious."

Score

95

"The latest addition to Lisini™s range comes from a selection of two vineyards at over 500 metres above sea level. Its intense blood orange, blueberry and cherry fruitiness, fresh hints of Mediterranean scrub and mint, impressive depth, and incisive but well-integrated tannins, are distinctive. Precise and balanced with a long and sapid finish."

Score

95+

"This new submission from Lisini, the 2021 Brunello di Montalcino Poggio Severo, shows a rich and velvety approach with dark fruit, blackberry and earthy notes layered with sweet tones from time spent in oak. The wine has a broad and generous profile thanks to well-draining sandstone soils, though the tannins show some firmness at this stage and will benefit from additional bottle age to soften and integrate. Sourced from the estate™s highest vineyards at 510 meters above sea level, this bottling captures a cooler, more structured side of the vintage. Only 3,000 bottles were produced. Give it time."

Score

94

"Very expressive on the nose with dark cherries, chocolate orange, mild spices and crushed stones. Medium to full body, tight and chalky tannins and a racy line of acidity. Fleshy and juicy, yet showing serious structure, length and precision. Better after 2027."

Score

94

"Displaying a saturated garnet/red hue, the 2021 Brunello Di Montalcino Poggio Servo is expressive on the nose, with red plum, baking spice, balsamic, tobacco, and tarry earth. The palate is medium to full-bodied and energetic, with ripe tannins and a refreshing spine of acidity that carries through the long finish and keeps it beautifully balanced. It should gain in richness as it matures and drink well for another 15 years or more. Drink 2026-2045."

Score

17.5+

"Deep, dark ruby with orange tinges. Brooding, deep and a little ethereal right now. Complex but slow to open up. Lush, sour-cherry fruit with firm, compact tannins underneath. Real power and composed at the same time. In need of much more age and deserving it. Very long and dramatic. -WS"