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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

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Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

More than 3 years in 7,5 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

Waste Collection Decree
BOTTLE
GL71
GLASS
CORK
FOR 51
CHECK YOUR LOCAL WASTE DISPOSAL RULES
CAP
ALU 41
METAL
SEPARATE WASTE COLLECTION
Check your local waste disposal rules

Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

more than 3 years in 7,5 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

2 Faccini DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

Waste Collection Decree
BOTTLE
GL71
GLASS
CORK
FOR 51
CHECK YOUR LOCAL WASTE DISPOSAL RULES
CAP
ALU 41
METAL
SEPARATE WASTE COLLECTION
Check your local waste disposal rules

Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

more than 3 years in 7,5 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

2 Faccini DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

Waste Collection Decree
BOTTLE
GL71
GLASS
CORK
FOR 51
CHECK YOUR LOCAL WASTE DISPOSAL RULES
CAP
ALU 41
METAL
SEPARATE WASTE COLLECTION
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Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

Roughly 4 years in 7,5 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

2 Faccini DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

Waste Collection Decree
BOTTLE
GL71
GLASS
CORK
FOR 51
CHECK YOUR LOCAL WASTE DISPOSAL RULES
CAP
ALU 41
METAL
SEPARATE WASTE COLLECTION
Check your local waste disposal rules

Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

Roughly 4 years in 20 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

2 Faccini DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

Waste Collection Decree
BOTTLE
GL71
GLASS
CORK
FOR 51
CHECK YOUR LOCAL WASTE DISPOSAL RULES
CAP
ALU 41
METAL
SEPARATE WASTE COLLECTION
Check your local waste disposal rules

Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

Roughly 4 years in 20 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

2 Faccini DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

Waste Collection Decree
BOTTLE
GL71
GLASS
CORK
FOR 51
CHECK YOUR LOCAL WASTE DISPOSAL RULES
CAP
ALU 41
METAL
SEPARATE WASTE COLLECTION
Check your local waste disposal rules

Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

Roughly 4 years in 20 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

2 Faccini DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

Waste Collection Decree
BOTTLE
GL71
GLASS
CORK
FOR 51
CHECK YOUR LOCAL WASTE DISPOSAL RULES
CAP
ALU 41
METAL
SEPARATE WASTE COLLECTION
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Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

Roughly 4 years in 20 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

2 Faccini DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

Waste Collection Decree
BOTTLE
GL71
GLASS
CORK
FOR 51
CHECK YOUR LOCAL WASTE DISPOSAL RULES
CAP
ALU 41
METAL
SEPARATE WASTE COLLECTION
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Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

Roughly 4 years in 20 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

2 Faccini DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

Waste Collection Decree
BOTTLE
GL71
GLASS
CORK
FOR 51
CHECK YOUR LOCAL WASTE DISPOSAL RULES
CAP
ALU 41
METAL
SEPARATE WASTE COLLECTION
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Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

Roughly 4 years in 20 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

Waste Collection Decree
BOTTLE
GL71
GLASS
CORK
FOR 51
CHECK YOUR LOCAL WASTE DISPOSAL RULES
CAP
ALU 41
METAL
SEPARATE WASTE COLLECTION
Check your local waste disposal rules

Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

Roughly 4 years in 20 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

2 Faccini DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro

The Brunello Riserva is a result of careful selections of the Pianrosso grape in the vineyards followed by a long maceration in our wine cellars.

Waste Collection Decree
BOTTLE
GL71
GLASS
CORK
FOR 51
CHECK YOUR LOCAL WASTE DISPOSAL RULES
CAP
ALU 41
METAL
SEPARATE WASTE COLLECTION
Check your local waste disposal rules

Vineyard:

11,69 hectares (29,22 acres) are named after “Pianrosso”: situated at an altitude between 240 and 360 a.s.l. with a soil of medium grain with good levels of marl, dating to the Eocene period.

Grape varietal:

100% Sangiovese

Fermentation and refinement:

In stainless steel and glass concrete vats, temperature-controlled via cooling plates and jackets.

Ageing:

Roughly 4 years in 20 - 30 hl Slavonian oak barrels, followed by over 12 months of bottle ageing.

Colour:

Ruby red verging on garnet.

Organoleptic characteristics:

The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for many years.

Service:

Open an hour before pouring and serve at 18°C (64,4° F) in large crystal glasses. Bottles should be kept in a horizontal position, far from light sources and protected from both extremes and changes in temperature.

Food pairings:

Excellent with roasted and game meat. Enjoyable with mature cheeses or as a meditation wine.

Technical notes:

Bottles are protected against counterfeiting  by a hologram on the capsule.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

100/100

"Aromas of plums, fresh mushrooms and violets. Fullbody, firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. Beautiful balance and lenght. Powerfull tannins underneath the exquisite fruit. Great finish. Goes on for minutes. Drink or hold."

N°14 in MY TOP 100 WINES 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"The 2010 Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro is an absolutely gorgeous Brunello di Montalcino. This elegant and refined Brunello dazzles with red cherries and wild berries which come together with spices, leather, floral, licorice and hints of balsamic to form the beautiful aromas. It continues to impress with its remarkable balance, finesse and long silky finish, which is marked by red cherries and exotic spices. Although this is already quite compelling, this stunning 2010 is ultimately an age worthy Brunello with an even brighter future and will continue to provide drinking pleasure for many years to come. (2019-2034)" 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

96/100

"With so many fantastic wines produced in 2010, it's hard to make a shortlist of your favorites. One expression that should definitely be included is the stunning 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro. This is a graceful and super elegant wine with bold aromatic intensity that is followed by firm tannins and a polished, smooth texture. It offers power in the proverbial silken glove. But the wine is not simplistic by any stretch. The longer it warms in the glass, the more it delights and surprises. Delicate tones of wild berry, cassis, blanched almond and dried ginger work together in harmony." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Varied aromas, in this phase dominated by sensations of red fruits, fresh or in syrup. the gerenousness of the vintage also manifests itself in the mouth. Ample, but always elegant thanks to a finish of teh sweet and savory spices of cinnamon and cloves.Powdery tannins.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. Best after 2011. 750 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

"Raisin and dried fruitcake aromas follow through to a full body, with soft, velvety tannins. This is big and juicy, with plenty of fruit and attractive tannins. There's plenty of new wood as well. But it all comes together beautifully. Best after 2011. 1,000 case made. " -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it's built for the long haul. There's sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time. Best from 2015 through 2035. 830 cases made." -B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

93/100

"Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,660 cases made." - B.S.                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

94/100

"A racy style, with a firm structure buoyed by cherry, leather, mineral and woodsy notes. Firm but poised, presenting terrific energy and cut. Best from 2018 trough 2035." - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

87/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

98/100

"Aromas of blackberries, cherries, fresh roses and tar. Ripe fruit. Full body and amazingly polished tannins. Caressing mouthfeel. Super refined."                                                                                                                                                                                                                     

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

 "Dried fruits and hints of raisins on the nose. Full and softly textured. Plenty of fruit and spice. Lovely now. Will improve."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

97/100

"A red with sliced meat, dark chocolate, berry and spice. Full body, silky tannins and a tangy finish. A harmonious and beautiful wine. This is so layered and fabulous. So wonderful. These riserva Brunellos from Ciacci are always phenomenal. Drink now."                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

93/100

"The 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva may not hit the heights of the remarkable 1997 regular bottling, but it is still a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet, it may not be as exuberant as the regular bottling, but it is a brilliant effort nevertheless. This is one 1997 Brunello that lives up to the vintage's reputation. Anticipated maturity: now-2015." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

93/100

"The stylish, cask-aged 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso opens with a floral, aromatic nose followed by sweet, perfumed red fruit that blossoms onto the palate with notable expansiveness in a superb display of finesse and elegance, closing with fine, supple tannins. Though tempting to drink today, it will be even better in a few years and will drink well to age twenty. It is one of the vintage’s great wines. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2021."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

93/100

"Lots of ripe fruit and milk chocolate in this wine. Full-bodied and loaded with fruit and soft tannins. Very fresh, yet round and caressing. Serious new-wave Brunello. Drink now through 2008. 330 cases made. " - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

94/100

"Dark ruby. Youthful aromas of blackberry, cherry and mineral, with a hint of flowers. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish. I love the berry, leather and floral flavors.--1997 Italian blind retrospective. Drink now through 2017. 550 cases made."  - B.S.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

91/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

95/100

"Lovely aromas of dark fruit with blackberries, flowers and hints of cloves. Full body, with chewy and velvety tannins that are polished and pretty. Long and juicy. Powerful wine. Very creamy texture. Glorious red. Drink now or hold "                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1997

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

90/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

93/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

"The estate’s 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pianrosso possesses striking depth as endless layers of sweet, perfumed fruit emerge with tons of grace. This, too, is an intense, full-bodied wine. The balance here is utterly exceptional, and the wine’s sheer plumpness makes for a highly rewarding glass of Brunello. Succulent dark cherries, spices, underbrush, minerals and new leather come to life as the wine sits in the glass, yet this remains a backward, structured Brunello in need of serious bottle age. The Pianrosso is a terrific effort from proprietor Paolo Bianchini. Ciacci’s Pianrosso is an old-vines selection that spent 36 months in Slavonian oak. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1995

90/100

"The 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso is a full-bodied, backward, seriously-endowed, muscular offering requiring an additional 3-5 years of bottle age. It is not for those who are unable to defer their gratification. The wine exhibits Asian spice, black cherry, and grilled meat aromas and flavors intermixed with dried Provencal herb and underbrush notes. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2016."

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

94/100

"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is impressive. Interestingly, it is quite a bit better than the regular Pianrosso. In this difficult vintage the decision to make a Riserva probably robbed the straight Pianrosso of some high quality fruit. Black cherries, flowers, licorice and mint are woven together in this powerful, structured Brunello while firm tannins frame the long, intense finish. I especially like the way the fruit continues to flesh out with additional time in the glass. This is a great showing and a terrific effort from Ciacci. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. "

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

94/100

"The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d’Oro is big, rich and seamless. The wine had just been bottled the day of my visit, but it is very promising, even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027." 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2001

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
1999

94/100

Wow. Very, very rich, with blackberry, grilled meat and fresh porcini character. Full-bodied, with thick yet refined and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A real beauty. Wonderful. Best after 2005. 750 cases made.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

COMMENDED

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2007

3 viti

Luccicante rosso rubino di buona consistenza. Profonda intensità e buona ampiezza olfattiva. In successione emergono sensazioni di prugna, cuoio, alloro, china, cacao; decisamente poliedrico. Alla beva è equilibrato. Bell'attacco tannico, setoso, non invadente e ben compenetrato nel corpo del vino. Chiude appena amaricante e ha una buona persistenza dopo la beva. In botte grande da 25 ettolitri per 48 mesi. Cinghiale in umido.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

Vinified in steel and cement, followed by aging in big barrels (up to 30hl). Four years of maturing in a strong vintage such as this does not strip the fruit of its brilliance, as demonstrated by the aromas. Here, the fresh part of cherry dominates with respect to its jammy version. In the mouth, the register does not change, even if, still in the sip, we also find aromatic herbs, spices, and tobacco.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

100/100

This gorgeous wine opens with alluring aromas of sweet pipe tobacco, underbrush, new leather, truffle, plum and eucalyptus. Smooth and full-bodied yet elegant, the savory, juicy palate delivers crushed Marasca cherry, raspberry preserve, licorice and menthol alongside polished, enveloping tannins. Fresh acidity provides impeccable balance while an orange zest note lifts the finish. Drink 2023–2032. Cellar Selection. —K.O.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

95/100

The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a gorgeous expression that sits firmly on a base of dark fruit, spice, tobacco and crushed river stone. There is a spot of ripe fruit and candied raspberry that comes into focus as the wine warms in the glass. The wine is slightly shorter in the mouth, but it quickly makes up for that thanks to balanced elegance, fine tannins and tangy acidity.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

94+/100

Good full red-ruby. High-pitched aromas of red cherry and violet are complemented by lower tones of licorice and dried herbs. Concentrated and primary in the midpalate; ripe dark fruit flavors build slowly and stain the palate. Deep and dense on the tactile finish, this wine could use a little more acidity to highlight its dark, medicinal aspect. Bigger, richer and deeper than Ciacci Piccolomini’s 2013 Brunello, it will likely develop more grace and nuance over time, hence the “+” sign attached to the numerical score.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

97/100

Some glossy oak warmth across the ripe red cherry and raspberry aromas on the nose. With walnuts, blonde tobacco, sweet brown spices and earthy nuances too. The palate has a level of power and energy that really sets it apart. Shows a very succulent and vibrant core of red fruits and light earthy notes through the finish. Great balance here. Try from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

93/100

Elegant, evoking cherry, strawberry, cigar box and graphite flavors matched to a firm structure. Shows fine balance and expression. Best from 2021 through 2033. - B.S.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

96/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Da uve sangiovese, matura per oltre 3 anni in botti da 30 hl. Rubino intenso leggermente granato. Olfatto classico con frutto giallo e rosso, una forte componente di cuoio, tabacco ed erbe officinali. Trama gustativa fitta e progressiva con un tannino vigoroso ma ben amalgamato. Il finale è intenso, saporito e in ottima corrispondenza olfattiva.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

Manto granato acceso. Spettro olfattivo affascinante, che evoca sensazioni di resina, aghi di pino, corteccia di china, felce, muschio, delicati accenni di fresia e violetta, ricordi di frutta secca, cannella, crema di moka e cipria, incorniciati da un’eco di eucalipto e canfora. Sorso elegante, avvolgente: sfoggia un tannino esemplare e una vibrante freschezza, accompagnata da accenni quasi salini e da una lunga progressione in cui ritornano i toni speziati, floreali e minerali, con una persistente chiusura balsamica. Oltre 3 anni in botti di rovere di Slavonia da 7,5-30 hl e oltre un anno in bottiglia.
Abbinamento: Filetto di cervo in riduzione di Sangiovese

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2012

16/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2010

97/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2006

92/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2004

94/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

100/100

The opulence of fruit and complexity of earth, meat, mushroom and cedar is breathtaking. It’s full-bodied, deep and powerful with so much intensity and depth. Chewy and layered, it goes on for minutes. Give it even more time. Try after 2023.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Maturo e complesso regala note di gerani bagnati, incenso, sandalo e gocce di bergamotto. In sottofondo l’energia agrumata si regala nell’emozione del chinotto fuso a lime e fiori di arancio. Corpo pieno, succoso e centrato mostra un core solido e verace. Corpo pieno, tannini di notevole fattura rotondi e ben estratti nella matrice ed un finale dalla chiusura elegante. Meglio dal 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

99/100

Another great interpretation from the Bianchini family, always from the well-known Vigna Pianrosso. Balsamic nose from cherry jam, a trace of eucalyptus. Salty closing of caper. Thick mouth with savoury tannins. At the end, a balsamic taste.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

92/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is nuanced with dark florals, hints of black cherry, mint leaf and smoky minerals. With time, more baritone notes of tobacco come forward. It’s velvety in the mouth, showing ripe red and black fruits, licorice and sweet herbal tones. Fine tannins settle in through the finale; yet they don’t get in the way, as this tapers off to hints of dark chocolate and savory spice. Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is a fine and delicate wine that cleverly delivers the intensity of the vintage but without the heaviness or the ripeness. This wine holds back, just enough, to affirm its poised balance in terms of fruit richness, texture and tannic structure. It shows symmetry throughout. Dark cherry fruit, cassis, plum, lavender and campfire ash set the tone. The mouthfeel is thickly woven and generous, more so than the more linear and focused 2016 Brunello Pianrosso (that I preferred by a tiny margin). This special Riserva represents a 11,000-bottle production.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

There’s a bright edge to this red, harnessing the cherry, strawberry, rosehip, mineral and tobacco flavors that build on the palate to a long finish. Displays terrific energy and balance, with an aftertaste that echoes both fruit and savory elements. Best from 2024 through 2050. 833 cases made, 450 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Fragrant, full bodied and refined, this opens with aromas of new leather vanilla, baked plum and camphor. The palate shows an enviable combination of structure, finesse and length, doling out raspberry jam, ripe black cherry, vanilla and licorice enveloped in firm, refined tannins. KERIN O’KEEFE

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

97/100

Faccino DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

95/100

A selection of bunches from Ciacci Piccolomini’s iron-rich Pianrosso vineyard in Montalcino’s southeast, this sees a long maceration and ageing in variously sized used Slavonian oak barrels. It strikes a fine balance of generous ripeness with freshness and juiciness. Pure strawberry, cherry and raspberry meet lilac, rose and an underlying minerality. It's fluid and almost easy to drink, though long, powdery tannins expand across the palate giving textural complexity. It leaves the mouth clean but wanting more with an appetising blood orange finish.
Drinking Window 2023 - 2035
Tasted by Michaela Morris
 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2015

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

99/100

Glorious aromas of flowers, nutmeg, dark berries, earth and black cherries follow through to a full body with ultra-fine tannins that are long and extremely polished. They go on for minutes. Reserved and shy still, due to its excellence. Give this four or five years to come around. Try after 2024.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

100/100

A wine from cru of about 12 hectares born to be great. 36 months in Slavonian oak from 20-62 hl, at least 8 in bottle. Sour cherry, balsamic touch of Valdostan mint, black pepper leaf, undergrowth at the nose, juicy, dense mouth, with iodized and refined tannins, persistence and precision. Breathtaking finish.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

94/100

Dark yet wonderfully perfumed, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro blossoms in the glass to present a bouquet of dried strawberries and roses complemented by hints of blood orange and clove. It shows the power and grace of a well-muscled dancer as a dense wave of ripe red and black fruits rushes across the palate, lifted by bright acidity, while leaving a mix of saline-minerals and grippy tannins toward the close. Though structured for the long haul, the 2016 maintains unexpected vibrancy, finishing with hints of plum and almond. This is simply stunning. -- Eric Guido

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97/100

Extremely brilliant on the nose showing mixed floral and fruity scents reminiscent of hibiscus, agapanthus, marjoram, origano and wilted linden. The red prunes blend with hints of strawberry and cut cedar and dominate the secondary scene. Full bodied, extemely smooth tannins of a rare silky quality and a harmonic, balanced finale, beautiful in every sip. Better from 2022.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

93/100

From the estate’s Pianrosso vineyard in the Castelnuovo dell’Abate area, Santa Caterina d’Oro bears the imprint of Montalcino’s south. The spiced, floral potpourri is tangled with sunbaked terracotta scents. This is a substantial, hefty wine with lots of extract and a profusion of fleshy red plum and prune. The tannins are very suave, while sandy earthiness lurks in the background and a salty tang comes through on the finish. Ageing is in Slavonian oak barrels of 7.5 to 30 hectolitres in size. Drinking Window 2022 – 2031. - Michaela Morris.

 

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

95/100

Underbrush, scorched earth, camphor and pipe tobacco aromas shape the nose. Full-bodied and densely concentrated, the firm, muscular palate features dried cherry, licorice and marinated prune framed in tightly woven, close-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2026–2031. - Kerin O'Keefe

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

97+/100

The Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d'Oro is gorgeous, full stop. It shows an incredible level of Sangiovese purity and sharpness, and you taste the grape as if you were eating berries straight out of the vineyard. On top of that healthy and bright primary material, the wine layers on elegant aromas of spice, ferrous earth, balsam herb and red rose potpourri. The aromas meet with seamless integration and segue to ongoing depth and complexity offered to the palate. This Riserva is rather delicate in terms of mouthfeel; however, it is powerful and long, with high alcohol, polished tannins and a silky texture. A hint of sweet cherry mixed with menthol freshness pulls it together at the end.

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

19/20

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Both fluid and concentrated at once, this exudes cherry, black currant, violet and mineral aromas and flavors. Saturated with ripe fruit, this has beautifully integrated acidity and tannins, with a racy profile that drives the superlong finish. The tannins flex their muscles at the end yet remain refined. Best from 2024 through 2042. 915 cases made, 400 cases imported. — BS

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

98/100

2 Faccini DoctorWine

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

★★★★

Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna di Pianrosso Riserva Santa Caterina d'Oro
2016

17/20