Gaja Brunello di Montalcino Rennina 2020

93+ Points VINOUS  The 2020 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina is just a baby in the course of its evolution, understated and coy, with a bouquet of dried black cherries, stone dust and a cascade of violet and lavender florals that emerge only with time in the glass. It displays silken textures and a truly harmonious feel, washing across the palate with ripe red and black fruit scents underscored by crunchy mineral tones and a tinge of balsamic spice finishes long and staining with a pleasantly bitter sensation and hints of mocha that linger on. 

96 Points JAMES SUCKLING  Aromas of dark fruit, mushrooms and rich earth follow through to a full body with creamy, round tannins that are long and beautiful. Deep fruit and a polished, velvety texture. Excellent depth and intensity to this. 

94 Points THE WINE ADVOCATE  Made with a blend of fruit from across the estate, the Pieve Santa Restituta 2020 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina offers excellent integration with soft spice and sweet cherry fruit. The wine packs textural richness, and you don't get the dry or desiccated tannins and phenolic pinch that is common in hot growing seasons. Indeed, the tannins here are sweet and well hydrated. 

94 Points JEB DUNNUCK  Pouring a bright ruby/magenta color, the 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino Renina is generous with fruity aromas of blackberries, red cherries, crushed flowers, polished cedar, and mossy forest earth. Approachable and elegant, the palate is ripe with medium to full-bodied richness, plush tannins, and good length, and it retains crisp, refreshing acidity, with a nice, elegant saltiness.