“Breathtaking balance. Simply gorgeous. Montalcino nobility.” - JancisRobinson.com

They say that “practice makes perfect”, so we can only assume that Conti Costanti have had a lot of practice at making Brunello di Montalcino…

Decanter: “When I tasted Costanti’s Rosso di Montalcino in 2021, I was struck by how Brunelloesque it was, which boded well for the actual Brunello. Gloriously sculpted, the wine is indeed statuesque and stately. While it doesn’t give everything up all at once, it is gracious in its presentation. From chestnut forest and sweet earth to anise and orange extract, the aromas are visceral, and boundless depths of wild red berries suffuse the palate. It vibrates with scintillating acidity and long, tactile tannins. I bet the Rosso has hit its stride now - it’s the one to drink while waiting for this captivating, beautiful Brunello. I can’t help but imagine what next year’s Riserva release has in store. Drink 2027-2043.“ 100 points

Ian d’Agata: “Good bright ruby-red. Penetrating floral aromas of red plum, blackcurrant, star anise and cinnamon, plus a bright violet topnote. Sweet, lush and round, with a cool-climate quality contributing to the wine’s impression of steely resolve. I love the combination of silky texture and complexity here. Finishes broad and long, with ripe tannins and a multifaceted personality. What else to say? Beautiful, elegant, mineral, suave, pretty and elegant Brunello sums this gorgeous wine up nicely. It is one of the Brunellos of the 2019 vintage. Drink 2029-2043.” 100 points

Kerin O'Keefe: "The 2019 Brunello from Costanti is breathtakingly gorgeous. Combining the intensity of the vintage and the hallmark finesse that defines the wines of this historic estate, this is a wine Brunello lovers will want in their cellars. It opens with heady aromas of fragrant blue flower, woodland berry, forest floor and new leather that on the palate segue into juicy Marasca cherry, wild raspberry, blood orange, menthol and baking spice. Firm, ultra-refined tannins offer support while bright acidity keeps it beautifully balanced and vibrant. What. A. Stunner. Drink 2027–2044.” 100 points