2020 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Loreto

In the bottle with the yellow wax seal, the Mastrojanni 2020 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Loreto (with 9,500 bottles made) embraces dark fruit nuances of damson plum, mulberry and pomegranate concentrate. This is one of the estate's most beautiful vineyard plots that you can admire as you make your way to the winery entrance. The site is awash in late-morning light. As the bouquet takes on more air, it shows blue flower, grilled rosemary and root beer. The effect is powerful yet nuanced and complex at the same time. This wine has more textural density and better length compared to many of its peers from the 2020 vintage.

Maturing mid ruby with orange tinges. Balsamic, and a little ethereal on the nose but also showing some signs of development and a touch of candied fruit. Ripe but not super-expressive fruit on a palate marked by lots of supple acidity. Could be a little more complex. Ready now. (WS)

The 2020 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Loreto is tightly coiled in its youthful state. A burst of crushed ashen stones combine with grilled herbs, dusty earth and dried black cherries. This is surprisingly juicy and energetic within, with creamy textures yet notable lift, showcasing ripe red and blue fruits elevated by fresh acidity. Its minerality comes through in the finish, along with sweet tannins that add a lovely framework as hints of citrus-laced blackberries and cocoa fade.