Winemaker Notes
This expression of Sangiovese comes from the fifth vineyard planted in Montalcino, hence its name – in Italian “La Quinta” means the fifth – is remarkably refined. The oak has less impact than on the Brunello, allowing full sway to appealing aromas and crisp red berryfruit. Its label, different from Brunello's small Sangiovese figure, shows a man living within the circle of the world of wine, since this wine's denomination is open to any kind of combination and blend.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Crushed berries, orange peel and black cherries. So aromatic. Full-bodied, tight and reserved with tight and chewy tannins, which are so fine and polished. Love the energy in the fruit and acidity. Just a hint of bitterness. So good to drink now, but will age beautifully.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2016 Giodo is an IGT Toscana expression of 100% Sangiovese. The wine almost resembles a Rosso di Montalcino in form and function, although it does not carry that appellation name. In truth, it is more sophisticated than your average Rosso. Giodo pours from the bottle with dark ruby intensity and ripe aromas of cherry, blackberry and dried raspberry. Lighter notes of spice, tobacco and toasted nut fill in the rear. However, the wine is understated, fundamentally accessible and genuine. This is what makes it such an excellent pairing partner to your favorite pasta recipe.
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Vinous
The 2016 La Quinta Toscana seduces with a radiant blend of balsamic-spiked black cherries, sage and ground cloves. It's silken in feel with a polished wave of ripe wild berry fruits as hints of cocoa and sour citrus add lovely complexity. The 2016 tapers off with admirable length but also freshness, leaving a pleasantly bitter tinge of licorice and the slightest spiced-orange tone. This is maturing beautifully, with many years of development to come.
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.