Fascinating aromas of lemon peel, orange, lilac and cherry, but the beauty here is the savory, salt, mineral, berry character. It shows clay and terracotta as well. It goes on for minutes. What a wine, Will be even better in two or three years.

Bursting with dark cherries from the start, the 2010 Brunello di Montalcino shows its youth, but also shows its aging potential. The wine seems excited and anxious to embark on a long evolutionary trajectory. I say that because of the inner vitality and energy that burns within this dark ruby-colored Brunello. The tannins are wound tight, nervous and require more time to soften. The fruit notes are prominent and fresh, but there's enough licorice, herb and blue flower to count on emerging complexity. All these elements should line up smoothly in five years from now. - Monica Larner

Aromas of stewed plum, wet earth, leather, game and an exhilarating whiff of menthol lead the nose. The vibrant palate shows great intensity, delivering juicy black cherry, crushed raspberry, licorice, tobacco and white pepper alongside chewy tannins and firm acidity. Drink after 2020.