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Biondi Santi Tenuta Greppo Brunello di Montalcino 2010

  • Vinous
    96 Points
  • Kerin O'Keefe
    96 Points
  • James Suckling
    95 Points
  • Monica Larner
    95+ Points
  • Jancis Robinson MW
    18 Points
Biondi Santi Tenuta Greppo Brunello di Montalcino 2010
  • Vinous
    96 Points
  • Kerin O'Keefe
    96 Points
  • James Suckling
    95 Points
  • Monica Larner
    95+ Points
  • Jancis Robinson MW
    18 Points
Biondi Santi Tenuta Greppo Brunello di Montalcino 2010
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Biondi Santi Tenuta Greppo Brunello di Montalcino 2010

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Biondi Santi remains a beacon for traditionally made Rosso and Brunello

96pts, Antonio Galloni!

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Tasting Notes

Biondi Santi Tenuta Greppo Brunello di Montalcino 2010 represents the pinnacle of traditional Tuscan winemaking, sourced from a highly exclusive private cellar that safeguards the heritage of one of Italy’s most prestigious estates. Renowned for its dedication to authentic Rosso and Brunello production, Biondi Santi continues to define the elegance and complexity synonymous with the Montalcino appellation.

The 2010 vintage stands out as a benchmark year in Montalcino, characterized by a warm and dry growing season that allowed the Sangiovese grapes to reach perfect ripeness. This ideal climate fostered a wine with an intensely aromatic profile, presenting layered aromas of dark cherry, ripe plum, intertwined with delicate notes of spice and leather. On the palate, it reveals a seamless balance of lush fruit, refined tannins, and vibrant acidity, delivering outstanding structure and remarkable aging potential.

Critically acclaimed and awarded 96 points by Antonio Galloni, this Brunello di Montalcino exemplifies the superior quality and finesse for which Biondi Santi is celebrated. Its robust yet graceful character guarantees continued development and complexity over decades, making it a coveted selection among collectors and wine enthusiasts alike.

Exclusively crafted from the renowned Tenuta Greppo vineyard, this wine is a true reflection of terroir and tradition. Its poised and powerful profile pairs exquisitely with rich Tuscan dishes, including roasted meats and aged cheeses, enhancing any gastronomic experience with refined sophistication.

Embodying centuries of winemaking legacy, Biondi Santi Tenuta Greppo Brunello di Montalcino 2010 offers a timeless expression of Italian red wine excellence—an essential treasure for those seeking the finest in heritage-driven Brunello.

Critic Scores

Biondi Santi’s 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is one of the more controversial wines of the night. Some tasters admire the wine’s classical austerity and potential, but for others the wine is too tight to deliver real pleasure. There is little question the Biondi Santi needs time, but it is in my view impressive on this night, even if it is not as sexy as many other wines.

This radiant wine is loaded with finesse, opening with an alluring fragrance of rose, violet and a whiff of pressed powder. The firm, linear palate offers bright cherry, crushed red berry, white pepper and a hint of tobacco alongside a backbone of fine-grained tannins and bright acidity. It’s impeccably balanced but youthfully austere and needs to open up.

Subtle aromas of blackberries, olives and bramble berries follow through to a full body with dense and chewy tannins that build on the palate. Hints of mushroom and Spanish cedar too. Needs time to soften.

The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino remains youthful and tight and has hardly budged since I last reviewed it. This classic vintage will be remembered for its elegance and its power, two seemingly contradictory traits that come magically together on rare occasions. This wine shows tightness at its core with snappy freshness and stacked aromas of forest fruit, violets and freshly tilled earth.

Strikingly aromatic without being confected, right on the cusp of ripeness: strawberry and raspberry fruit alongside their respective leaves. Some tobacco and spice in the background. Then firm, taut, notably dry in the mouth with its comparatively low alcohol. Poised and noble, built for the long haul with few if any concessions to the modern style. This is conviction winemaking.

Vinification & Cultivation

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Vineyard Cultivation

Tenuta Greppo's vineyard sits at altitude on clay-limestone terroir where 2010 delivered exceptional conditions: warm, dry summer following balanced spring and early-season rainfall promoting steady growth. Sangiovese (Brunello clone) achieved full phenolic ripeness and deep colour density. Biondi-Santi's long-term investment in sustainable soil management—minimal chemical intervention, cover crops, organic principles—underpins fruit quality and structural integrity. The estate's old vines, many planted decades prior, impart mineral complexity and silhouette favoured over power. The 2010 demonstrated exceptional promise for extended cellaring and complexity development.

Vinification

Grapes hand-selected and destemmed for fermentation in open wooden vats using natural ambient yeasts, reflecting historical Brunello technique and philosophy. Extended maceration on skins during and after fermentation builds colour intensity and tannin structure progressively. Maturation follows strict DOCG protocol: minimum five years in large Slavonian oak botti, enabling slow oxidation and gradual micro-oxygenation without aggressive new-oak flavour. The 2010's unhurried élevage allowed vintage character and terroir minerality to emerge fully. Bottling timing reflected careful assessment of integration and long-term drinking window potential.

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