Winemaker Notes
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese, and Petit Verdot from 24 year old vines. Fermentation and maceration occurs over 28 days in stainless steel vats with temperature control. The wine matures in Allier French oak barriques for 12 months, and then is finished in the bottle for one year before release.
Blend: 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 30% Sangiovese, and 10% Petit Verdot
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
A brambly nose that shows pure, blackberry essence with mocha, coffee beans, bark and tea leaves. Full body, chewy tannins and a decadent finish. Drink in 2022.
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.