Winemaker Notes
Intense red. Primary aromas typical of Pinot Nero (strawberry, cherry, blueberry, violet), becoming much more complex with time. On the palate, the attack is fresh, harmonious and complex. A sublimely elegant wine, exquistely balanced, replete with fruity overtones and plush tannins.
Professional Ratings
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Vinous
Tasted from steel, just prior to bottling, the 2020 Pinot Nero Il Chiuso is quite dense and potent. Black cherry, plum, chocolate, licorice, spice and menthol are all dialed up. Judging by this tasting, the 2020 is shaping up to be quite the powerhouse.
Range: 91-93
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.