Valdicava, Brunello di Montalcino Madonna Del Piano, 2010 (1.5L)

Once 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 comes from a legendary Brunello vintage, and this magnum format is made for the long cellar and a generous table. Decant well ahead.