2013 Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano

Sangiovese Grosso - 1.5L
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REVIEWS

JS 98 WA 96 WE 94 WS 93 VN 92
JS 98

jamessuckling.com, January 2019

This opens with savory, truffle and meaty aromas with a complex and quite cryptic nose that delivers a wealth of ripe plums and cherries, cedar and fresh, violet-like flowers, as well as some earthy nuances. The palate...
WA 96

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, January 2019

Showing ripe and balanced fruit, the Valdicava 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano (with 15,666 bottles produced) offers many very positive attributes. The wine flaunts a slightly contemporary or...
WE 94

Wine Enthusiast, July 2019

Earthy aromas of wild berry, new leather, truffle and exotic spice emerge from the glass. The concentrated, vibrant palate delivers dried black cherry, licorice, tobacco and black pepper alongside fine-grained tannins...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, June 2019

Ripe, offering cherry, plum and floral aromas and flavors, matched to a rich texture. Tobacco and iron notes emerge as this builds to a lengthy finish. A touch dry on the finish, but the sweet fruit returns in the end...
VN 92

Vinous, March 2019

Deep ruby. Slightly reticent nose hints at black cherry, herbs and flint. Then juicy and bright, with deep flavors of minerals, blueberry and red cherry, complicated by peppery herbs. Closes long with repeating mineral...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Sangiovese Grosso
Country Italy
Region Tuscany
Sub-region Brunello di Montalcino
Vintage 2013
Size 1.5L
Percent alcohol 14.5%
Closure Cork

One of the oldest estates producing Brunello di Montalcino, Valdicava is located in the Montosoli area, famous in Montalcino for wines with great balance of body and aroma. Vincenzo Abbruzzese, owner and winemaker, has been making wine at Valdicava for more than 30 years. He and his family have long-crafted Sangiovese masterpieces, and their Brunellos are considered a benchmark - among the finest in the region. Vincenzo is known to be one of the masters of Brunello due to his passion and intense dedication to the vineyard, and clinical attention to detail at each step of the wine-making process.

Nearly 67 of the 333 acres of the property are dedicated to vines, all strictly Sangiovese. Martini Bramante, Vincenzo Abbruzzese’s grandfather, bought the property in 1953 and began bottling “Brunello Valdicava” in 1968. Today, with the help of Valdicava’s agronomist, Andrea Paoletti, and oenologist Attillio Paglio, Vincenzo has succeeded in bringing his wines to the next level and in establishing a stellar reputation.

Riserva Madonna del Piano, hails from one of the first and best single-vineyard sites in Montalcino, with production dating back to 1977. Made only in the best vintages and from the oldest vines on the property, in 1994 Valdicava was granted the right to list the Madonna del Piano vineyard designation on the label. The 19.5 hectare single vineyard is divided into four parts: old vines, Pievecchina, Pratea and Sferracavallo. Owner Vincenzo Abbruzzese harvests the vines from each part of the vineyard at different times and makes the wines separately before blending them together. The wine is then aged about two years in large old casks and another two years in bottle.

Introducing the exquisite 2013 Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano, a red wine that embodies the essence of Tuscany. Crafted from the Sangiovese Grosso varietal, this vintage hails from the renowned Brunello di Montalcino sub-region, known for producing some of Italy's finest wines.

With a deep garnet color that shimmers in the glass, this wine is a true feast for the eyes. The nose is a symphony of aromas, opening with savory, truffle, and meaty notes that entice the senses. As the wine breathes, it reveals a complex and enigmatic bouquet, unveiling ripe plums, cherries, and cedar. Fresh, violet-like flowers add a touch of elegance, while earthy nuances bring depth and intrigue.

On the palate, the Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano showcases a sturdy and intense core of rich plums and dark cherries. The flavors are framed by fierce yet finely integrated tannins that contribute to the wine's structure and longevity. This is a superlative Brunello Riserva, bursting with power and potential. While it can be enjoyed now, it is recommended to wait until 2022 to truly experience its magnificence.

Renowned wine critic James Suckling awarded this wine an impressive score of 98 points, describing it as a "Super Brunello Riserva" with great potential. Wine Enthusiast also lauds this vintage, giving it a score of 94 points. They highlight its earthy aromas of wild berry, new leather, truffle, and exotic spice. The concentrated and vibrant palate offers dried black cherry, licorice, tobacco, and black pepper, all seamlessly integrated with fine-grained tannins. Vinous awards this wine 92 points, praising its deep flavors of minerals, blueberry, and red cherry, as well as its refined and noble tannins.

Wine Spectator rates this wine with an impressive 93 points, noting its ripe aromas and flavors of cherry, plum, and floral notes. They also highlight its rich texture and lengthy finish. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gives this vintage an outstanding score of 96 points, describing it as ripe and balanced. They commend its lush primary cherry and blackberry flavors, as well as its measured spice and toast notes.

With only 15,666 bottles produced, the Valdicava 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano is a limited-edition gem. This wine is a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship of the Valdicava winery and the remarkable terroir of Tuscany. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future enjoyment, this wine is a true masterpiece that will captivate wine enthusiasts and collectors alike.