La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Tuscany, Italy 2018 Mendocino Les Longeroies—one of the two

Les Longeroies—one of the two most respected vineyards here

with lavish fruit and a smooth texture

liquorice and fennel seeds

The 2008 Mouton Rothschild checks in as a blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% Merlot brought up in mostly new barrels

5g/L dosage

La Fiorita Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Tuscany, Italy 2018 Mendocino Les Longeroies—one of the twoAromatic and expressive, this red features plum, cherry, leather and iron flavors, with accents of rose and woodsy underbrush. This straddles the line between power and elegance, with fine harmony and a saline aftertaste, showing fine potential. 95 Pts Wine Spectator