21 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: Tuscany
96 Points

Eucaliptus Bolgheri Superiore Ville Rustiche 2015

Deeply satisfying dark fruit flavors concentrated across a rich and smooth texture make this a winner to savor now through 2026+ with any Italian menus. Enticing notes of sweet new saddle leather, black cherries, balsamic, spice box, and truffles, it has terrific fruit intensity and purity, with a sense of balance and finesse that belies... Read Full Review
96+ Points

Il Borro Toscana Rosso IGT 2016

JS A layered and intense red with berry, green-olive, chocolate and cedar aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, yet linear and focused with lovely lines of ripe and firm tannins, running through the center palate. Bright acidity. From organically grown grapes and organic winemaking. Drink now, but better after 2020. – James Suckling 96+ Points | CWA... Read Full Review
96+ Points

Molino di Sant’Antimo Brunello di Montalcino 2015

This bargain of the vintage from Molino di Sant’Antimo showcases the quality of the vintage in an approachable style that you can enjoy over the next 5-10 years while you wait on other producers that would benefit from more cellar time. The nose is full of fresh cherry, strawberry, violets and tobacco, leading to a... Read Full Review
96 Points

Pietroso Brunello di Montalcino 2015

The name Pietroso implies stones or earthy rocks and it’s ironic that the wine seems to so faithfully reflect its brand name with strong minerals. Intense and complex, this classic and long-aged Sangiovese is a dark affair displaying black cherry, woody spices, plum liqueur, dried currants, coffee beans, leathery cocoa, graphite and rich tannins. The... Read Full Review
97 Points

Bibi Graetz Toscana Testamatta 2020

This wine offers an outstanding balance of flashy red fruit and savory depth. Layers of black cherry, dried red berries, and hints of tobacco weave together seamlessly with accents of leather, thyme, bay leaf, and subtle baking spice. The palate is juicy, light on its feet, and wonderfully crisp, with a savory edge that adds... Read Full Review
97 Points

Casanova di Neri Brunello Tenuta Nuova 2017

A perineal favorite, this upcoming vintage is intensely delicious and displays the more approachable fruit + tannins of this warmer vintage. At first, we were impressed by the dark fruit, savory Italian herb and notes of balsamic and olive tapenade. Then we sampled again paired with grilled strip steak and it was a match made... Read Full Review
97 Points

Fontodi Chianti Classico Vigna del Sorbo Gran Selezione 2019

A dazzling young Tuscan treasure, featuring silky texture, prodigious tannins, and exotic flavors to pair gracefully with Italian cuisine (particularly hearty Bolognese!). Prodigious dark fruit, hints of olive tapenade and charcuterie and deftly balanced with a dollop of sumptuous balsamic notes. Decant now for at least 30 minutes and enjoy anytime through 2028. Read Full Review
97 Points

Pietroso Brunello di Montalcino 2019

Captivating nose of dark fruit, cherries, leather and cigar box. Bright and fresh with a mouth-watering juiciness. Flavors of apple skin, cherry, and dried herbs. The ripe tannins are tucked in and provide ample structure for this impressively layered effort. Enjoy now through 2025. Read Full Review
98 Points

Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino 2019

This deeply satisfying Brunello is super intense and age worthy, with layers upon layers of ripe red fruit, smoky oak, flowers and chocolate. The palate is delicious and fresh, with red and black cherries, tobacco, dried flowers, spices and olive tapenade. Wonderful acidity and firm tannins to balance well with rich pasta ragout or grilled... Read Full Review