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Tasting Notes


Deep, vibrant ruby red.

On the nose lifted and fragrant floral aromatics of dusty rose, lavender, and violet. These mingle with scents of tea leaf, tobacco, wet earth, fresh cedar, and subtle savory notes of eucalyptus and tar.

On the palate firm and juicy on the palate with a focus on red fruit-sweet ripe raspberry, tart Rainier cherry, plum, and rhubarb.Mineral undertones, licorice, and iron earthiness add complexity beneath the fruit. Classic, traditional expression with lively, bright acidity and fine, broad, dusty tannins. The long oak aging yields a slightly dry, structured backbone that balances the warmth of the 2020 vintage. Persistent and elegant, finishing with lingering blue/purple floral perfumes, red fruit, and savory iron accents.

Serving: Best served at 60°F – 65°F (16°C – 18°C). Slightly below room temperature. If stored at room temp, place the bottle in the fridge for 15–20 minutes before serving to prevent warmth from emphasizing alcohol. The 2020 vintage is youthful with structured, dusty tannins. Decanting it for 1.5 to 2 hours opens up its red fruit, floral rose aromas, and savory earthiness.

Food pairing: best food pairings for your bottle:

Classic meats, steak seasoned simply with coarse salt, pepper, and olive oil. Wild boar, roasted lamb.

Hearty pasta & grains.

Hard and aged cheeses.

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Padelletti Brunello di Montalcino 2020

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The 2020 Padelletti Brunello di Montalcino is a traditional, terroir-driven 100% Sangiovese Grosso from one of the oldest winemaking families in Montalcino. The grapes come from the family's historic Rigaccini vineyard at the foot of the Montalcino hill, farmed organically, and the wine ages 24 to 30 months in large, neutral Slavonian oak casks, the classic Brunello way.

In the glass it is bright, bold and earthy. Scented tea leaf, sweet tobacco, dusty rose and lavender open into dried strawberry, tart red fruit and raspberry, with savory notes of licorice and iron. Lively acidity balances broad, powdery tannins, and the finish is long and mineral.

Why buy it: Brunello can get expensive fast, and this one gives you the real traditional style without the extreme price spikes of some "cult" labels. That makes it a smart buy for collectors. It's ready to enjoy from 2026 and has the structure to age through 2040, so you can drink one now and cellar the rest.

When to open it: a Sunday dinner built around a simply seasoned steak (coarse salt, pepper and olive oil), roasted lamb, or a wild boar dish. It's also a great match for hearty pasta and a board of hard, aged cheeses. It suits a holiday table, an anniversary, or any evening when you want something serious in the glass.

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  • Producer

    Tenuta Padelletti, Tuscany, Italy

  • Varietal

    100% Sangiovese (Sangiovese Grosso)

  • Region

    Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy

  • Alcohol

    14.5% ABV

  • Net volume

    750 ml

  • Vintage

    2020

  • Cellar until

    Enjoy it now through 2040+

  • Closure type

    Natural Cork

Tasting Notes


Deep, vibrant ruby red.

On the nose lifted and fragrant floral aromatics of dusty rose, lavender, and violet. These mingle with scents of tea leaf, tobacco, wet earth, fresh cedar, and subtle savory notes of eucalyptus and tar.

On the palate firm and juicy on the palate with a focus on red fruit-sweet ripe raspberry, tart Rainier cherry, plum, and rhubarb.Mineral undertones, licorice, and iron earthiness add complexity beneath the fruit. Classic, traditional expression with lively, bright acidity and fine, broad, dusty tannins. The long oak aging yields a slightly dry, structured backbone that balances the warmth of the 2020 vintage. Persistent and elegant, finishing with lingering blue/purple floral perfumes, red fruit, and savory iron accents.

Serving: Best served at 60°F – 65°F (16°C – 18°C). Slightly below room temperature. If stored at room temp, place the bottle in the fridge for 15–20 minutes before serving to prevent warmth from emphasizing alcohol. The 2020 vintage is youthful with structured, dusty tannins. Decanting it for 1.5 to 2 hours opens up its red fruit, floral rose aromas, and savory earthiness.

Food pairing: best food pairings for your bottle:

Classic meats, steak seasoned simply with coarse salt, pepper, and olive oil. Wild boar, roasted lamb.

Hearty pasta & grains.

Hard and aged cheeses.

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