96
Points - Decanter Magazine:
"With
vineyards between Sant'Angelo in Colle and Castelnuovo dell'Abate on the inner
edge of the Sesta district, Lisini's vineyards are cleansed by constant breezes
from the Tuscan Coast. Stony soils with an important underpinning of limestone
as well as elevations over 300 metres help preserve freshness in their wines.
The 2015 is beautifully fragrant, almost exotic in character. Plump red fruit
and sweet summer herbs fill the mouth but rather than being heavy, this is
poised and transparent. Ample powdery tannins are fine and lead to a tangy
marine finish."
94
Points - Vinous Media:
"The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino dark and rich, showing ripe black
cherries and plum, with layers of haunting florals, exotic brown spice and
smoky mineral tones. On the palate, a wave of polished textures wash across the
senses, ushering in juicy black cherry with sweet herbal and floral undertones,
with zesty spices and vibrant acidity adding a refreshing quality. The finish
is long and remarkably fresh, an example of how the warmth of Santa'Angelo in
Colle can be tempered by a deft hand, as fine tannins come forward, balanced by
mouthwatering acidity and punctuated by residual pure red berry fruit. It's a
wine that's very easy to love, with near term appeal and potential for the
cellar." - Eric Guido (4/2020)
94
Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:
"The Lisini 2015 Brunello di Montalcino shows muscle and brawn, filling
out its full-bodied frame with plenty of dark fruit, spice, tar and smoke. If
you like a more concentrated style of Sangiovese, this is your wine. It offers
seamless harmony and sun-drenched intensity that all work very nicely in this
classic and warm vintage. You can wait, or drink it in the near-term with a
rack of lamb." - Monica Larner (10/2020)
94
Points - Wine Spectator:
"A serious, brooding red, with ripe cherry and strawberry flavors
offsetting the beefy tannins. Loam, iron and almond notes chime in. Balanced
and long overall. Best from 2023 through 2042. 2,500 cases made, 700 cases
imported." - (6/2020)
