Winemaker Notes
Professional Ratings
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Wine Spectator
A brilliant balance between the cherry, currant and floral side of Sangiovese and its earth, leather and tobacco elements gives this red appeal. The structure is well-integrated, and the wine shows elegance and finesse overall. Best from 2017 through 2024.
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Wine & Spirits
Ripe and fleshy, this feels like biting into a juicy black cherry, the tangy acidity giving the juice a cool sensation. Notes of thyme and tarragon add what one of our tasters called a “cheeky herbaceousness” to the pure fruit flavors. Pan-fried veal chops with lemon and rosemary would make a good partner.
Legendary in Italy for its Renaissance art and striking landscape, Tuscany is also home to many of the country’s best red wines. Sangiovese reigns supreme here, as either the single varietal, or a dominant player, in almost all of Tuscany’s best.
A remarkable Chianti, named for its region of origin, will have a bright acidity, supple tannins and plenty of cherry fruit character. From the hills and valleys surrounding the medieval village of Montalcino, come the distinguished and age-worthy wines based on Brunello (Sangiovese). Earning global acclaim since the 1970s, the Tuscan Blends are composed solely of international grape varieties or a mix of international and Sangiovese. The wine called Vine Nobile di Montepulciano, composed of Prognolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and is recognized both for finesse and power.