Guide l'Espresso

From the municipality of Gaiole in Chianti comes Cultus Boni, a dark and elaborate interpretation of the Chianti Classico Riserva. Aromas of tobacco and strong spicy notes characterise the bouquet, which is powerful, present and engaging on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliant ruby with a slightly bright edge. Intense and fresh nose, much present fruit, after cherries and raspberries. On the palate warm and smooth, shows a lot of juicy fruit, opens with fine-meshed tannin, in the finale nice melting." Falstaff

"Aromas and flavors of dried fruit and cedar with hints of nuts and plums. Full-bodied, savory and flavorful. From organically grown grapes." James Suckling

"The 2011 Chianti Classico Riserva Cultus Boni is rich, deep and resonant in the glass, with lovely textural breadth and terrific balance. Dark red cherry, plum, smoke, licorice and tobacco meld into the expressive, pliant finish. This gorgeous, open-knit 2011 should continue to drink well for the better part of the next decade." Antonio Galloni

Amber in colour and glossy, a grandiose scent of honey, caramel and citrus, wide on the palate and perfectly balanced by a brilliant acid reader. Deep and long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Can be enjoyed now and will last forever and ever." Sean O'Callaghan (Riecine)

"Tawny brown. Gorgeous tangy aroma of reduced apricots and bitter orange. Like a vin santo in its glorious intensity but with a cool pure apricot freshness. Glorious in its fresh bitter-sweet concentration." Jancis Robinson

Cuvée Rosé from Pinot Nero and Chardonnay shines in an exceptionally delicate pale pink. In the nose, nice accents of wild berries and cranberries, on the palate bright and silky texture, soft perlage, long and persistent. Very graceful and of ultra-feminine appearance. SUPERIORE.DE

Focus bewitches with an elegant scent of red fruits and warm, balsamic tones. The fresh taste is characterized by the typical spice and the lively tannins of a high-quality Merlot of the Colli Orientali. SUPERIORE.DE

Deep purple. Spicy Cabernet nose of herbs, fine blackberry notes, some chocolate and forest raspberries; a pronounced fruit carries this monumental wine until the long finish, the tannins give a stable framework and give this wonderful Supertuscan a long life. SUPERIORE.DE

"The estate’s top wine, the 2010 Roccato is a 50-50 expression of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon that opens with a dark ruby-garnetcolor and a pretty aromatic display that spans from dried berry andcassis to exotic spice and dried garden herb. This is without a doubt Rocca delle Macie’s most complete and complex wine and the encouraging results of the 2010 vintage are on full display here. The bouquet is especially buoyant and bright. In the mouth, however, the wine offersdensity, firmness and menthol-laced freshness." Robert Parker

"A wine with shaved chocolate and currants. Full body, fine tannins and a lightly chewy finish." James Suckling

Elegant and aromatically versatile bouquet of almonds, light fruits and citrus tones, absolutely harmonious, complex and stylistically clear in taste. A noble Riserva of highest quality. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pale lemon-yellow color. Very ripe yet vibrant nose offers scents of mirabelle, apple, marzipan, crushed stone, vanilla, licorice, cumin and white flowers. Rich and broad on entry, then explosive in the middle palate, saturating the mouth without leaving any impression of undue weight. Lively flavors of ripe apple pie, flowers and sweet spices are sharpened and lifted by penetrating acidity. This really expands to coat the palate and front teeth. I don't recall too many better Verdicchio wines - or even Italian white wines for that matter - than this one." Ian d’Agata (vinous.com)

"From a great family estate, this riserva is made from late harvest grapes. Layers of fruit, beautifully structured – very sexy!" Decanter

Pepper and spice accents, aromas of ripe red and dark fruits and a slightly animal note characterise the precise fragrance. The perfect balance between tannin, silky elements and acidity guarantees a taste full of character and pleasing at the same time. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fontodi's 2012 Syrah Case Via is inky, powerful and racy, with plenty of blue/purplish fruit, violet and spice overtones. Although not especially varietal, the 2012 offers plenty of appeal in its bold, full-throttle personality." Antonio Galloni

"A meaty red, sporting black pepper, blackberry and bacon fat notes. Intense and well-balanced, leaving an aftertaste of bittersweet chocolate." Wine Spectator

"Beautiful aromas of meat, blueberries and minerals follow through to a full body, firm and silky tannins and a peppery, spicy and glorious finish." James Suckling