Valdicava, Brunello di Montalcino Madonna Del Piano, 2010 SO032126 Champagne At nearly half a century

At nearly half a century old

and a great way to experience a classic French spirit that’s both traditional and refreshingly easygoing

this is fully mature cult Rinaldi from the dawn of the Beppe era

pale soils and cool air drawn off the Tanaro river give this Nebbiolo soft tannins

Valdicava, Brunello di Montalcino Madonna Del Piano, 2010 SO032126 Champagne At nearly half a centuryOnce known for Montalcino's darkest, most muscular Brunellos, Valdicava has evolved thrillingly under the obsessive, organic guidance of Vincenzo Abbruzzese, moving toward purity and aromatic lift. Madonna del Piano is the estate's crown jewel, one of the very first single vineyard Brunellos ever made and a wine that set the standard for the category. Bottled only in the best vintages as a Riserva, it's 100% Sangiovese given extended aging. The 2010,