Wine Advocate Review
Rated 96
The Le Ragnaie 2018 Brunello di Montalcino Passo del Lume Spento (with 3,700 bottles made) is very pretty in this vintage with tart cherry and lifted aromas of cola, garden herb, blue flower and blood orange. This is usually my favorite of the three single-vineyard wines produced by this estate. I applaud the relatively contained 13.5% alcohol content that lets you enjoy more of the wine in one sitting. The tannins melt softly over the palate. Drinking Window 2025-2044.
Le Ragnaie Brunello di Montalcino Passo del Lume Spento 2018
Le Ragnaie's 2018 Brunello di Montalcino Passo del Lume Spento is a distinguished expression from one of Montalcino's highest vineyards, situated at an elevation of 621 meters. This altitude imparts a unique elegance and freshness to the wine, setting it apart within the Brunello di Montalcino appellation.
Tasting Notes
- Aroma: Enticing scents of tart cherry, cola, garden herbs, blue flowers, and blood orange.
- Palate: A harmonious blend of juicy black cherry, blood orange, and baking spices, supported by velvety tannins and vibrant acidity.
- Finish: Long and satisfying, with lingering notes of fruitcake and a backbone of vibrant acidity.
Winemaking Details
This wine is crafted from 100% Sangiovese grapes, organically farmed, and aged for 36 months in large Slavonian oak barrels. The high-altitude vineyard contributes to the wine's notable elegance and freshness. This vintage exemplifies the unique terroir of Montalcino's highest vineyards, offering a refined and complex Brunello experience.
