2020 Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Rialzi, Gran Selezione - Chianti Classico - 6 Bottles (0.75L)

The 2017 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Ripe al Convento di CastelGiocondo (with a black label) is definitely shaped by oak spice and toast, but the wine also shows thick layers of black fruit, cooked plum, sweet earth and fragrant cedar. This is a full-bodied Brunello from a hot vintage and one that expertly carries its extra fruit weight and oak-driven flavors. Like other Riservas from this hot vintage, the wine is ready to drink now.