The Antinori family has been devoted to winemaking since 1385, guiding Marchesi Antinori through twenty‑six generations of innovation rooted in deep respect for tradition and the environment. Today, the estate is led by Albiera Antinori with the support of her sisters, Allegra and Alessia, while their father, Marchese Piero Antinori, serves as Honorary President. As a founding member of the Associazione Marchi Storici d’Italia, the family continues to champion Italy’s historic brands while expanding beyond their Tuscan and Umbrian origins into promising wine regions across Italy and abroad. Their philosophy blends heritage with forward‑thinking exploration, embracing each vintage and vineyard as a new opportunity to elevate quality—always guided by Piero’s belief that ancient roots should inspire, not limit, innovation.
Pian delle Vigne Brunello di Montalcino 2020 is ruby red in color. The nose offers fragrant fresh aromas of blood oranges and plums that blend with balsamic notes and hints of vanilla. The refined palate is vibrant and defined by savory tannins sustained by outstanding freshness. The finish is long and persistent defined by fruity, spicy and vanilla aromas.
94 Wine Spectator This red features an alluring mix of strawberry and cherry fruit combined with tomato leaf, eucalyptus and cast iron. Builds nicely on the palate to the long, complex finish. Dry, dusty tannins linger, along with fruity and savory echoes. Best from 2027 through 2043.
94 James Suckling A complex red with floral, lemon-rind and candied-cherry character. It’s medium-bodied with juicy fruit, as well as plenty of dried citrus rind. Some sandalwood and dried-flower undertones, too.
93 Vinous Dried black cherries and crushed plums mix with cocoa, sage and dried orange peels as the 2020 Brunello di Montalcino emerges from the glass. This displays incredible vibrancy within. It’s juicy and spry, with ripe red and black fruits elevated by brilliant acidity as nuances of sour citrus add further tension toward the close. The 2020 leaves the palate stained in primary concentration and a coating of fine tannins, tapering off spicy and long yet still lively as hints of tart raspberry keep the mouth watering for more. Recent vintages from Pian delle Vigne have delightful new energy and verve.
92 Jeb Dunnuck The 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino pours a saturated magenta/red color and is generous on the nose with notes of mixed berry compote, licorice candies, leather, and mocha. It fills the palate and has well-defined broad shoulders, with chalky tannins and a grounding mineral texture. A red consistent with what lovers of these wines can expect, it should have another 10 years ahead.
