Banfi Brunello di Montalcino Poggio Alla Mura 2020

94 Jeb Dunnuck A jeweled ruby color, the 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino Poggio Alle Mura begins to shift to another gear, with attractive fruity and sappy aromas of raspberry preserve, pressed flowers, sweet resinous herbs, and forest earth. 

94 James Suckling Generous wine on the nose with ripe raspberries, macerated violets and some earthy complexity. Elegant approach to the medium- to full-bodied palate, with youthful yet ripe tannins, refreshing acidity and a polished finish. Good balance overall. 

94 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate This wine represents a special selection of estate fruit closer to the castle. The Castello Banfi 2020 Brunello di Montalcino Poggio alle Mura offers greater focus and sharpness compared to the village Brunello made by this celebrated estate. That sharpness is executed thanks to a light trace of crushed stone, licorice and grilled herb that adds framing to a dark core of fruit. There is some savory spice and cinnamon to close.

94 Wine Spectator A sleek, linear red, with a racy profile permeated with cherry, strawberry, currant and wild herb flavors. There are firm tannins, yet this is harmonious, and the fruit is in lockstep with its structure and fluid texture. Shows fine length, adding mineral and black pepper elements.