Luca Gardini: 98 points

“An excellent Brunello, summa of the territorial research carried out by Banfi. Small dark fruits on the nose, a mentholated nuance, orange peel, closing on the notes of caper. The mouth displays a great crunchiness and density with salty tannins. Saltiness in the finish.” – Luca Gardini

Review date: October 2020

JamesSuckling.com: 96 points

“Cool and perfumed 2016 Brunello with black cherries, flowers and crushed stones. Medium to full body with firm, chewy tannins, yet polished and very silky. Mineral and seaweed undertones. Just a hint of bitterness. Drink after 2023.” – James Suckling

Review date: November 2020

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: 95 points

“This wine represents a selection of fruit from vineyards near the property's postcard-perfect Castello, and it's often the most representative of the new releases presented each year by Castello Banfi. From a classic and balanced vintage, the 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Poggio alle Mura shows beautiful depth and balance with dark fruit, cassis, dried cherry, licorice, balsam herb and earthy tones. The wine is symmetrical, tight and elegant with long, silky tannins. This is the full Banfi package.” – Monica Larner

Review date: November 2020

Wine Spectator: 95 points

“There’s a lot going on in this bone-dry yet complex red, whose cherry, strawberry and plum fruit meshes with iron, tobacco, wild thyme and Mediterranean pine flavors, while the dusty tannins exert their presence on the lingering finish. Think hearty stews or wild boar ragù. Best from 2025 through 2043.” – Bruce Sanderson

Review date: March 2021