Valdicava – Madonna del Piano Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2010 – Montalcino Italy

Valdicava Madonna del Piano Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2010 is a single-vineyard 100% Sangiovese of remarkable depth and finesse, pairing concentrated dark fruit with mineral, earthy detail and a long, tightly structured finish.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Sangiovese
• Region / Appellation: Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva, Tuscany, Italy
• Vintage: 2010
• Aging: Extended aging in large oak casks
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Special Note: Single-vineyard Riserva produced only in selected vintages
• Style: Full-bodied, concentrated, age-worthy dry red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Black cherry and berry fruit are layered with leather, mineral, hibiscus tea, spice, licorice and earthy notes. The wine is powerful yet poised, with silky tannins, freshness and a notably long finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• One of the most acclaimed vintages of Madonna del Piano
• Combines substantial power with finesse and precision
• A serious cellar wine with the structure and balance to develop for years

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Bistecca alla Fiorentina
• Braised short ribs or game
• Truffle dishes and aged Pecorino

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of benchmark Brunello Riserva
✓ Drinkers who enjoy structured, long-lived Sangiovese
✕ Not ideal if you prefer soft, immediately simple reds

🏭 Production

Madonna del Piano is Valdicava’s single-vineyard Brunello Riserva and is produced only in selected vintages.

🏅 Scores

100 Points – James Suckling
96 Points – Wine Spectator
95 Points – Wine Advocate