2021 J. G. Benda, Toscana Rosso, Pietrafocaia di Sopra - Magnum

J. G. Benda is a small, family-run estate located in the hills of Montalcino, established by John Benda following his tenure at the renowned Il Marroneto. This wine is made from Sangiovese vines planted in the mid-1990s, rooted in high-altitude soils rich in limestone and rocky galestro. In the glass, it reveals notes of bright red fruit, cedar, and incense, carried by a firm, mineral-driven structure. The 2021 vintage provided the clarity and tension necessary to highlight the wine’s transparent, energetic character. With its precision and balance, this magnum is an excellent candidate for the cellar but remains approachable for those looking to enjoy it now.