La Gerla La Pieve, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Italy 2021

"La Pieve" Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2021 is the flagship wine of La Gerla, sourced from the estate's oldest, highest-quality vineyards surrounding the historic church of La Pieve. Produced only in the finest vintages, this 100% Sangiovese Brunello is both powerful and refined, offering layers of black cherry, wild berry, dried rose, cedar, tobacco, leather, and balsamic spice. The exceptional 2021 vintage brings remarkable concentration, vibrant acidity, and beautifully polished tannins, creating a wine of extraordinary balance and longevity. Elegant yet deeply structured, La Pieve is a benchmark Brunello with the pedigree to evolve gracefully for decades.

Kerin O'Keefe 100 pts