{"product_id":"mastrojanni-vigna-loreto-brunello-di-montalcino-2021-tuscany-italy-xx","title":"Mastrojanni \"Vigna Loreto\" Brunello di Montalcino 2021 (Tuscany, Italy) - [WA 97] [JD 96] [WS 96] [JS 95] [VM 94] [DM 94]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMastrojanni lies in Castelnuovo dell’Abate, in the south easternmost corner of Montalcino. This is an area with a strong winemaking tradition and the homeland of Brunello. The inactive Mount Amiata lends great character to the Sangiovese growing in this estate, as the soils are rich in gravel, clay, limestone and sandstone. The estate, founded in 1975, stretches over 90 hectares, 25 of which for vines, 14 for Brunello, with vineyards from 8 to 41 years old. The altitude of the vineyards varies from 620 to 1340 feet high. The Illy family (of the famed coffee house) bought the property in 2008 and brought in famed consulting enologist Maurizio Castelli.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Mastrojanni, production is based on non-invasive practices and herbicides have never been used. In addition, since November 2022, no chemical products have been applied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes, hand-harvested and carefully selected, are gently pressed and transferred into wooden vats for fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaceration: 23 days on the skins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging: 42 months in Allier oak barrels (16-29 hl) followed by at least 12 months in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"Beautifully contoured and immediately expressive, the Mastrojanni 2021 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Loreto brings together dark fruit, spice, minerality, Sangiovese sweetness and firm, well-shaped tannins. The wine is aromatic and accessible in its youth yet structured enough to reward additional aging, reflecting the site’s tendency toward openness and floral lift rather than sheer power. The vineyard measures 1.59 hectares at roughly 350 meters in elevation with southeastern exposures, planted on complex lacustrine soils composed of lignitic clays, sandstone, sand and conglomerates.\" – Monica Larner (Jan 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"Displaying a youthful red\/garnet hue, the 2021 Brunello Di Montalcino Vigna Loreto is attractive on opening, with baked strawberries, mint, crushed roses, and fresh leather. The palate is medium-bodied and plush, with refreshing acidity, balanced length, and a graceful, tapering finish that closes with tangerine. It’s a lovely single-vineyard Brunello to drink over the coming 15-20 years. Drink 2026-2046.\" - Audrey Frick (Feb 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Wine Spectator: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This red is packed with cherry, blackberry and blueberry fruit wrapped in an embrace of toasty oak. Tar, iron and eucalyptus flavors lend complexity, while a broad swath of dusty tannins provides support. Just needs time for the kernel of pure fruit to emerge. Best from 2030 through 2050.\" – Bruce Sanderson (Jun 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"Dark cherries and cedar with undertones of fresh mushroom undertones come through clearly on the nose. Full body and big, chewy tannins with plenty of wood, but it softens with air. Tangy at the end. A little old-school. Try after 2028.\" (Dec 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"The 2021 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Loreto is wonderfully unique, enticing with a minty freshness that gives way to spiced citrus, blackberries and rubbed sage. It is soothingly round and soft textured, with a sensation of liquid stone and cooling acidity guiding its ripe wild berry fruits. The wine leaves a web of fine tannins and tart berry concentration while tapering off long with a slight citrus twang. In 2021, Vigna Loreto is more built on energy than power.\" – Eric Guido (Nov 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"One of 37 plots, the Loreto vineyard is defined by a southeastern exposure, a mid-slope altitude averaging 350m and predominantly sandstone and pebbly soil. With a pronounced balsamic character and sophisticated presentation, there is a distinct family resemblance with Mastrojanni’s classic Brunello; this is perhaps more detailed, linear and savoury. Iron, tobacco and dusty herbs are amply packed into the dark brambly core. Taut tannins come together with excellent composure, injecting a dimension of textural drama. It should unfold gracefully over the next 15 years.\" – Michaela Morris (Nov 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LYRA WINE","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":53590915744109,"sku":null,"price":159.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/loreto.png?v=1784809077","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/mastrojanni-vigna-loreto-brunello-di-montalcino-2021-tuscany-italy-xx","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}