Uccelliera Brunello di Montalcino 2018

James Suckling
93/100 punten
This is creamy and open with tasty notes of sour cherries, plum stones, roasted nuts, mocha and sandalwood. Full-bodied, with fine-grained tannins providing a silky frame. Juicy finish. Drink or hold.

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
94/100 punten
The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino opens nicely in the glass, drawing upon more intensity and depth as it does. It shows firm lines and a fleshed-out mouthfeel that encourages plenty of layering and textural richness. That velvety quality is the enduring signature of this estate, one that has achieved consistent results over the years. The only outlier to this pretty portrait is a 15% alcohol content that, although well absorbed by the wine's texture, does risk becoming a distraction. Exactly 28,666 bottles were made.

Andrea Cortonesi recently acquired three additional hectares of Brunello di Montalcino, with some old vines planted in the early 1980s, neighboring Uccelliera's existing holdings.

Decanter
92/100 punten
Uccelliera is crafted from multiple plots at varying altitudes and exposures around the town of Castelnuovo dell’Abate. While a bit more restrained and less voluptuous than recent vintages, the 2018 nevertheless remains true to its generous, intense style and it will satisfy those seeking a hearty Brunello full of gusto. Wood-driven notes of vanilla and char dissolve into nutmeg, cinnamon and herbs. There's a touch of macerated fruit on the palate underscored by sweet earth and tobacco. Abundant tannins remain supple and enveloping, while a core of concentrated acidity keeps it all in check through to a very spicy finish.

Jancis Robinson
15.5/20 punten
Dark, maturing ruby with orange tinges. Gingerbread, camphor and mint on the nose. Lush and ripe and with an unusual layer of exotic, sweet spice with hints of cardamom pod. That, however, cannot distract from the fact that the fruit is not super-fresh. (WS)