2019 Frescobaldi Ripe al Convento Brunello Riserva

96 POINTS: A bright ruby/red color, the 2019 Brunello Di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Ripe Al Convento is spicy on opening, with layered aromas of cedar, cranberry compote, blood orange, and dried flowers. The palate brings forward wonderful energetic and refreshing acidity, with well-defined, angular tannins, and mouthwatering, salty accents. It's an exceptional and fresh Riserva with the bones to age over the coming 20 years.