Review: Banfi 2021 La Pettegola Vermentino and 2018 Brunello di Montalcino
Review: Banfi 2021 La Pettegola Vermentino and 2018 Brunello di Montalcino
Two new wines from Tuscany’s Banfi — which, unlike some of the stuff we review here, you should be able to find anywhere you live.
2021 Banfi La Pettegola Vermentino Maremma IGT – This Maremma-born expression of vermentino is surprisingly fruity and creamy, showcasing a mix of lemon curd, vanilla, and marshmallow up top that segues into a more acidic character as it develops in the glass. Here the lemon takes on a juicier overtone, with echoes of gooseberry on the finish. Versatile, with lingering white floral notes on the finish adding some nuance. Outstanding value, too. A- / $19
2018 Banfi Brunello di Montalcino DOCG – A relatively soft and quiet Brunello, this wine takes its time to open up, slowly revealing gentle notes of plum and spiced cherry, with no tannin at all visible underneath. The lightly fruity character winds its way to an equally easygoing finish, slightly gummy and reminiscent of a blueberry gastrique. A little too simplistic for me at this price point, but easy enough for a weekday dinner pairing. B / $75
2018 Banfi Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
$75
