Tuscany | Bolgheri

The vineyards are 15 metres above sea level on a westerly exposure on river sediment soils with a sandy texture. The coastal sun shines through in the straw-yellow nuances of this wine. On the fresh bouquet, notes of lemon, freshly cut green apples, along with hints of mint and sage; these Mediterranean impressions are also found on the palate. A tasty, persistent and very versatile Vermentino from western Tuscany. SUPERIORE.DE

Pale pink colour, rich in light and coral reflections reminiscent of a sunset over the sea. In the glass, notes of small, fragrant red fruits, enriched by floral sensations and hints of the lively sweetness of raspberries. Pleasant freshness on the palate, with a fruity, lively finish and a beautiful maritime aura. SUPERIORE.DE

Wonderfully balanced Rosato: Silky, with beautiful wild berry fruit and beguiling harmony - Cassiopea is an ideal aperitif and with its slightly salty note goes perfectly with light fish, vegetable dishes and bruschetta. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, pronounced salmon pink. Opens to small red berries, grapefruit and meadow herbs on the nose. Fresh and slightly sparkling on the palate, taut and very linear, into the slightly salty final." Falstaff

"This wine has a floral character with pink nectarines, orange peel and dried flowers on offer. Medium body. Fruity and round with a crisp finish. Delicious." James Suckling

Intense ruby red, complex bouquet with notes of black cherry, blueberry and plum, followed by coffee, liquorice and leather. Powerful and full-bodied on the palate, sweet in its tannic texture, infused with a lively freshness and with a beautiful fruit centre. Persistent on the palate with notes of liquorice and cocoa, giving the Rosso an elegant and full-bodied finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A bright, fruity style that offers flavours of blackcurrant, black cherry, iron and tobacco, supported by a lively structure. Lingers with a tangy, delicious finish." Wine Spectator

"The Tenuta le Colonne 2021 Costa Toscana Plenum punches above its weight with hints of dried mint, dark fruit and pencil shaving. The wine has a medium-rich finish with nice freshness and easy fruit." Wine Advocate

Poggio ai Ginepri" becomes "Eco di Mare" and from now on the Vermentino grapes come from 100% own vineyards. Intense, straw-yellow colour. Fresh bouquet with fruit notes of pear, banana and apricot. On the palate, floral tones of lavender and white flowers with subtle grassy notes reminiscent of wild sage. On the palate, the wine is fresh and perfectly balanced, with a pronounced aromatic and mineral finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pale straw yellow with silver reflexes. Lime and grapefruit on the nose, roasted almonds, meadow flowers in the aftertaste. Crisp on the palate, fine melting, clear fruit and lightly of elderberry, full pressure on the palate, delicately bitter and salty in the final, still very young." Falstaff

Mediterra with its inviting aromas of paprika, redcurrant, elderberry, sage and black pepper is round and harmonious on the palate with beautiful fruit and spice. With its well-proportioned tannins and well-balanced acidity, Mediterra is a perfect accompaniment to food. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, dark ruby red colour. Aromas of dark plum, blueberries and black pepper on the nose. Soft and mouth-filling on the palate, with a noticeable woody note, slightly drying tannins, juicy fruit flavours and a hint of bitter almond." Falstaff

"This red is signaled by intense aromas of wild blackberry, black pepper, black olive and eucalyptus. Showing earth and underbrush accents that augment the fruity flavors, this firms up on the finish." Wine Spectator

"The 2021 Mediterra is bright, effusive and wonderfully inviting. Crushed flowers, herbs, tobacco, spice and leather meld into a core of juicy dark blue/purplish fruit. The Mediterra offers all of the immediacy of Bolgheri but with tons of freshness more than opulence. It is a hugely appealing style, especially at this level, where wines are typically intended to be drunk essentially on release." Vinous

"Dark chocolate, toasted walnuts, mocha and ripe dark berries on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied and structured with firm but very fine tannins. Shows notes of toasted cedar and bitter spices yet very delicate with integration and balance. Smooth and polished finish." James Suckling

A rosé made from Sangiovese according to the classic Pet-Nat method, harvested in the last half of August and whose carbonic acid is created unplanned by the almost complete fermentation of the sugar in the bottle. A sparkling wine with a yeast deposit that has played its way into the hearts of "natural wine" fans in a fresh and unconventional way. Ideal for aperitifs and light summer dishes. Unfiltered and unsulphured. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright straw yellow. In the bouquet beguiling scent of fresh citrus and floral notes, plus some light fruit. Taut on the palate with a beautiful acid structure, then crisp fruit and an animating interplay of freshness and melting, very balanced and of great elegance and finesse. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very light straw yellow. In the nose of green apple, lemon peel and roasted almonds. Fresh and crisp on the palate, very straightforward and salty, good draw and fine persistence." Falstaff

"Attractive nose with subtle floral and citrus nuances as well as crushed savory herbs and stony minerality. So fresh and crisp with a clean cut of vivid acidity, medium body and a fresh limey and salty character. Flavorful and joyful." James Suckling

Scalabrone presents itself generously every year, but also incredibly fresh. It shows ripe strawberries with hints of sweet cream, tropical kiwi and lime. It washes over the palate with ease, carrying ripe red fruits, a hint of melon and a piquant minerality. The finish is long and flanked by lively acidity and salty minerals. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah is perfectly balanced and makes this tasty rosato one of the most vibrant in the appellation every year. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pink in colour. In the nose of fresh wild berries and Mediterranean maquis, then slightly of white rose petals. Fresh and juicy on the palate, with a discreet tannic trip, fun, medium-long final." Falstaff

"A pretty blend of roses, strawberries and mint introduces the 2022 Rosato Scalabrone. This is silky-smooth with medium-bodied weight and unexpected depth. Zesty citrus gives way to ripe red berries and sweet spice. A saline tinge of minerality defines the finish as the 2022 tapers off crisply refreshing and buzzing with a residual acid tension." Vinous

Attractive bouquet with the typical flavours of a Cabernet-Syrah-Merlot blend such as cedar wood, leather and dark fruit. Powerful and densely woven body, perfectly balanced in acidity and tannin structure with a beautiful finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"The extremely sanguine, earthy nose is a winter feast of peppery grilled meat, mushrooms browned in butter and stewed plums and figs. On the palate, an emergent salinity works with a persistent pepperiness to push back on more powerful fruit notes, before everything goes up in flames on a hot, acidic, astringent finish." Wine Enthusiast

Independent, full of character and radiant - an almost exotic white wine from the noble Bolgheri DOC appellation. Smells of flowers, peach, mint and melon and reveals the mineral richness of the ancient Vermentino grape variety and the wonderfully fresh gooseberry flavour of Sauvignon Blanc on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

Michele Satta's well-made Bolgheri Rosso. Its unmistakable character and strong Tuscan identity can be savoured with all the senses. A perfect wine in Satta's first-class style: powerful, dynamic, complex with noticeably fine tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

"This red wine begins smoothly before a light tannin content heralds the finish. The flavours of black cherry, blackberry, iron, earth and herbs predominate. Now a little compact." Wine Spectator

"The Michele Satta 2021 Bolgheri Rosso is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Merlot, Syrah and Teroldego that marches to a different drum. You get the softness of the last three grapes listed and an almost alpine-like quality of the Teroldego with mineral tones. The Sangiovese, which represents one-third of the blend, offers softness and silkiness to the palate." Wine Advocate

Wonderfully stimulating aroma of exotic fruits, white peach and apricot. Ripe and juicy, this crisp, dry wine with mild acidity nestles on the palate and lingers for a long time. An aromatic, creamy, complex and finesse-rich white wine. SUPERIORE.DE

Dark red in colour with bright violet reflections. The nose is pleasant and beautifully articulated with sensations of red and black fruits, including blackcurrants and ripe cherries. After further aeration, flavours of flowers and black pepper follow. Soft, well-integrated tannins on the palate, followed by an energetic and viral finish with red fruits in the aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Cedary nose with lots of sandalwood, tobacco and game to the spiced cherries and olives. Crunchy and medium-bodied on the palate with a fluid and succulent finish. Would rate even higher if there was more mid-palate substance and volume." James Suckling

"The organic Tenuta le Colonne 2021 Bolgheri Rosso has a bright bouquet with spice and caramel over a mid-weight texture and heavy fruit weight. There is a lot of dried herb with dark berry fruit. It offers good freshness with a soft mouthfeel and sweet tannins." Wine Advocate

Occhione is a racy and fresh cuvée of 90% Vermentino and 10% Viognier. Bright light yellow with greenish reflections. On the nose, fine notes of peach, mango and grapefruit, on the palate of medium power with floral, fruity notes and a well-dosed acidity. All in all, a fresh and elegant wine that not only goes perfectly with fine Mediterranean fish cuisine, but also brings the typical maquis of the Maremma into the glass. SUPERIORE.DE

"Straw yellow, spicy flower of Williams pear and lime, also fine mint; crisp acidity, mineral-salty development, peach finish." Vinum

"Bright, luminous straw yellow. In the nose of green apple, yellow blossoms and roasted almonds, a slight hint of citrus. Shows very precise on the palate, lively acidity, in the middle part after grapefruit, stretches finely over the palate, in the final with emphasis, very racy and lively." Falstaff

Lambda, in physics the wavelength, in mechanics the slenderness ratio ... And so this red comes into our glass, exactly on our wavelength and with a defined slender body. Rich, deep dark ruby violet. Impressive aromatic richness and variety, characterised by spicy nuances, redcurrant and blackberry; smooth but well-proportioned tannins and an attractive, delicately spicy finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense ruby red. Spicy and balsamic, with notes of raspberries, cherries, currants and nuances of white pepper. Soft and compact in the mouth, with good freshness, soft tannins and a spicy finish." Falstaff

Strong ruby red. Clearly defined bouquet with beautiful herbal spice. In the glass, a deep dark fruit and a very round body, fine acidity and polished tannins. A classic representative of the noble Bolgheri appellation with an exceptionally harmonious overall impression. Be sure to aerate. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Passi di Orma is the entry-level wine at Orma from Bolgheri. The 21 has a dull, light-toned aroma of chocolatey fruit and berry accents with incense, rosemary and bay leaves. Sweet, fleshy, round and somewhat hearty it then appears in the mouth. Broad, full-bodied, with a rich mid-palate but little finesse or character, lingering somewhat reductive and framed by good wood." Weinwisser

"Rich ruby red with a slightly brightening rim. Spicy on the nose of black pepper and fruity of rich sour cherry, then slightly leathery with a touch of chocolate and coffee grounds. Lots of ripe cherry on the palate, well balanced, with fine-grained tannin and a long final." Falstaff

Le Difese is the freshest and most accessible of the three wines from San Guido. For us, it is one of Tuscany's finest price-quality wonders. Magnificent, sweetly perfumed fruit aromas in the opulent bouquet, equally generous and broad in the long-lasting flavour of dark cherries, wild strawberries and tangy rosehips. Le Difese shows the estate's great class in a more playful way. SUPERIORE.DE

"This red delivers cherry, berry and rose flavors shaded by earth and a touch of minerality. Tips to the tannic side on the finish, with fine length." Wine Spectator

"Le Difese 2021 is predominantly Sangiovese (55%), departing from the traditional 70/30 split in favour of Cabernet Sauvignon. The third generation of Tenuta San Guido, Priscilla Incisa della Rocchetta, explained that this decision was made to enhance the "local Tuscan" character of the wine and improve its drinkability at an early stage as a "first step into the world of Tenuta San Guido". While the Cabernet is grown on the estate, the Sangiovese is, as always, sourced from long-standing partners in Chianti Rufina. Bright, incredibly vibrant red, black and blue fruits are accompanied by subtle, fine-grained tannins with notes of wood and chocolate. It is simultaneously juicy, tangy and crisp, with good ripeness and great acidity." Decanter

"The 2021 Le Difese smells of crushed red berries, rose petals, lavender, spices and sweet pipe tobacco. The 2021 is medium-bodied, but beautifully complex and impeccably balanced. Even at this early stage, it is a real pleasure. In many vintages, Le Difese is a fruity, forward wine, but the 2021 has a classic flavour that is very appealing. It is one of my favourite vintages of recent years. As has been the case for some time, Le Difese is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon from the estate and Sangiovese purchased from various estates in Chianti Classico, with the energy of the Sangiovese coming through very strongly in this vintage." Vinous

"Dark, sparkling ruby red colour. Opens up on the nose to ripe sour cherry and blueberries, followed by notes of sage and wood spice. Flattering on the palate, with pithy tannins and concentrated fruit, pleasant right through to the lingering final." Falstaff

Intense ruby red colour. Fresh and crisp fruit, blackberry, spices and mineral notes on the full bouquet. Full and dense on the palate with beautiful primary notes of red berries. The tannins are elegant, silky and warmly enveloping and flank this pretty red in a precise and clean finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Deep dark, almost impenetrable ruby red colour. Intense nose of preserved blackberry, milk chocolate and oak. Polished on the palate with a savoury fruit component, slightly spicy and powerful through to the juicy final." Falstaff

"The Poggio al Tesoro 2021 Bolgheri Rosso Il Seggio opens with a dark, inky colour and aromas reminiscent of slate, pencil shavings, curry leaves, sweet blackberries and purple fruit. The wine is broad and rich with a soft intensity." Wine Advocate

"A very concentrated red wine with blackcurrant, a hint of dark tobacco and bark. Orange peel. Medium to full body. Juicy and multi-layered with a freshness and finesse. Beautiful length." James Suckling

Radiant ruby red. On the nose plum, redcurrant, dried cherry and leather. On the palate, full of juice and power, wonderfully harmonious aromas of small red fruits, Mediterranean spices and a restrained tannin structure. A wonderful and balanced representative from Bolgheri, which also comes up with an impressively long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Rich ruby red colour, with a delicate woody note on the nose resulting from the fact that around 45% of the wine is aged for a short time in barriques. Fresh aroma of cherries, dense, pithy flavour with good structure and length. The tannins are still strong, but by no means aggressive. A wine with a strong personality from Antinori's Tenuta di Biserno winery. SUPERIORE.DE