Winemaker Notes
Notes of violet followed by licorice, plums, and red forest fruits. A smooth mouthfeel with good acidity and freshness.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
A sleek, very drinkable red with cherry and stone aromas and flavors. Medium body, light tannins and a delicate, fruity finish. Drink now.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
A well-priced and relaxing red, the Podere Il Castellaccio 2018 Sangiovese Dinostro offers a terrific antidote to the global woes we have all been experiencing in 2020. This release of 8,000 bottles shows a delicate ensemble of red cherry, cassis and wild berry aromas with bitter almond and some earthy potting soil. It presents a tranquil personality with a compact mid-weight texture that's perfect for snacking on a sliced baguette and prosciutto as we put life's bumpy road in perspective.
Rating: 90+
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.