Top10 Brunello Wines 2025

Explore the Top10 Brunello Wines 2025, selected by experts for their elegance, aging potential and collector value. Brunello di Montalcino, crafted from 100% Sangiovese Grosso grapes in Tuscany, is renowned for its powerful structure and long-term cellaring. Whether for drinking, collecting or investing, these are the finest picks for this year.

10. Il Valentiano 2016 Campo Di Marzo

• Type: Brunello di Montalcino
• Tasting Notes: Ripe red fruit, herbs, tobacco
• Alcohol: 14,5%
• Why it made the list: Exceptional price-quality, balanced wine
• Price: €30-€40
• Drink or Hold: Drink

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9. San Polino 2012 Vintage

• Type: Brunello di Montalcino
• Tasting Notes: Fruity
• Alcohol: 14,5%
• Why it made the list: Rich, intense and balanced very well.
• Price: €50-€70
• Robert Parker score: 87
• Limited Bottling: 9.000 bottles
• Drink or Hold: Drink

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8. San Polino 2012 Helichrysum

• Type: Brunello di Montalcino
• Tasting Notes: Dried fruit, cherry, ash, tar, dry earth
• Alcohol: 14,5%
• Why it made the list: High quality, complex and limited
• Price: €60-€80
• Robert Parker score: 89
• Limited Bottling: 3.000 bottles
• Drink or Hold: Drink

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7. San Polino 2012 Riserva

• Type: Brunello di Montalcino
• Tasting Notes: Cherry, raspberry, fresh fruit
• Alcohol: 14,5%
• Why it made the list: Limited and high quality Riserva
• Price: €90-€120
• Limited Bottling: 4.800 bottles
• Drink or Hold: Drink

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6. San Polino 2009 Helichrysum

• Type: Brunello di Montalcino
• Tasting Notes: Ripe cherries and flowers
• Alcohol: 14,5%
• Why it made the list: Price-quality very good for 2009
• Price: €70-€100
• Robert Parker score: 88
• Limited Bottling: 5.000 bottles
• Drink or Hold: Drink

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5. Terralsole 2006 Riserva

• Type: Brunello di Montalcino
• Tasting Notes: Black fruit, licorice, earthy spices
• Alcohol: 14%
• Why it made the list: Very complex and great 2006 Riserva
• Price: €80-€100
• Robert Parker score: 88
• Drink or Hold: Drink

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4. Terralsole 2006

• Type: Brunello di Montalcino
• Tasting Notes: Dried fruits like sultana's, coffee
• Alcohol: 14%
• Why it made the list: Complex, full-bodied and long finish
• Price: €80-€100
• Robert Parker score: 91
• Drink or Hold: Drink

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3. Terralsole 2007 Riserva

• Type: Brunello di Montalcino
• Tasting Notes: Fruity, tobacco, cocoa, herbs
• Alcohol: 14%
• Why it made the list: Elegant, complex and high quality
• Price: €85-€110
• Robert Parker score: 91
• Drink or Hold: Drink

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2. San Polino 2015 Helichrysum

• Type: Brunello di Montalcino
• Tasting Notes: Cherries, dried and red fruits
• Alcohol: 14,5%
• Why it made the list: Complex, full-bodied and long finish
• Price: €80-€100
• Robert Parker score: 92
• Limited Bottling: 8.000 bottles
• Drink or Hold: Hold

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1. San Polino 2016 Helichrysum

• Type: Brunello di Montalcino
• Tasting Notes: Fruity and earth tones
• Alcohol: 14,5%
• Why it made the list: Price-quality, balanced and intense
• Price: €90-€120
• Robert Parker score: 94
• Limited Bottling: 3.000 bottles
• Drink or Hold: Hold

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What makes a Brunello di Montalcino Special?

• Only produced in Montalcino, Tuscany
• Made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso
• Requires at least 5 years of aging before release
• Structured, powerful and highly age-worthy

FAQ

1. What's the difference between Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino?
   

   Brunello is aged at least 5 years (6 for Riserva) for long-term cellaring. Rosso is more approachable, aged ~1 year, with fruit-forward style.

   
   
2. How long can Brunello age?
   

   Top vintages can age 20–30+ years. Mature Brunello develops leather, dried herbs and earthy notes.

   
   
3. What food pairs well with Brunello di Montalcino Wines?
   

   Tuscan-style steak or lamb

   Truffle risotto or wild mushroom pasta

   Game meats (venison, wild boar)

   Aged cheeses like Pecorino or Parmigiano

   
   
4. Is Brunello a good wine to invest in?
   

   Yes, particularly exceptional vintages from renowned estates. Look for critic scores above 95, proper provenance and professional storage.

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