Description
Pian dell’Orino was one of the first estates in Montalcino to be certified biodynamic. Located next to the famous Biondi-Santi estate, they have some vineyards next to their winery as well as some in Castelnuovo dell’Abate to the southeastern zone of Montalcino.
The owners Jan Erbach and Caroline Pobitzer do everything possible to increase the quality of their wines including extensive soil and agriculture research. Both work tirelessly both in the cellar and vineyard – it is very much a small production, aritisanal product. In a relatively short time Pian dell’Oriino has risen to the very top of the quality pyramid in the appellation
Tasting Notes
“The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino is a fascinating interpretation of Vigneti di Versante. It takes the lifted, floral, exotic nature of the vintage and marries it beautifully to Pian dell’Orino’s style of finesse and refinement. Mint leaf, crushed rocks, hints of camphor and dried strawberries are complicated by suggestions of ground ginger in the glass. This is elegant and refined, silky to the core, with tantalizing acidity and mineral tones further enlivened by hints of orange as red plums settle upon the senses. Its tannins are soft and dusty, with an admirable concentration seldom seen in 2018, finishing fresh yet lightly structured. This is simply delectable.”[95+/100 – Eric Guido – November 2023 – vinous.com]
