Michele Satta

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

"The 2018 Costa di Giulia, Satta's Vermentino/Sauvignon blend, offers a striking combination of textural richness and freshness. Apricot, peach, white flowers, mint and lemon peel are beautifully delineated throughout. Sculpted and vibrant, with terrific energy, the 2018 has much to recommend it. Full of classic Maremma richness, the 2018 is one of the best vintages of the Costa di Giulia I can remember tasting." Vinous

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

"Mid to deep crimson. Rather a sweet nose that appeals a little less to me than Satta's Sangiovese-dominated wines. But on the palate there's a lovely counterbalancing tang. There is real energy here – this is a wine that cries out for food. I'm won over – especially by the nervy balance of fruit, acid and tannin on the palate. With its sweetness, it could be just the thing for our Chinese takeaway tonight." Jancis Robinson

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

"A white with bitter lemon and light flint on the nose and palate. Some stone, too. It’s medium-bodied with layers of fruit and a bright finish." James Suckling

Sattas almost black-violet Syrah with an extraordinary bouquet of blueberry and blackberry liqueur, tar and graphite shines with richness and intensity. Not a flatterer, but also not an angular representative - a sensational wine for today and the coming years. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is a soft and rich syrah with chocolate, walnut and berry character. Some hazelnut undertones. It’s medium-to full-bodied with juicy fruit and soft tannins. Savory at the end. Needs time to come together. Better after 2022." James Suckling

Michele Sattas Viognier is demanding and seductive and therefore object of desire among wine lovers all over the world. Its inimitable bouquet of apricot and peach exudes an almost cheerful floridity. A dense white wine which spreads softly and with beautiful freshness on the palate and lingers for a long time. SUPERIORE.DE

Piastraia fully corresponds to the classic image of a great Bolgheri Rosso Superiore. Made from one quarter each of Merlot, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, it fills the glass with its intense scent of fruit and a hint of leathery aromas. Strong, concentrated and pure taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"A full, rich red with beautiful softness and balance. It’s impressively tight and focused with polish and beauty. Layered and bright. Give this some time to come together, but very well done for the vintage. Better after 2022." James Suckling

Brilliant dark ruby, intense and inviting nose with a pronounced aroma of dark fruits, especially blackberry, followed by some liquorice. Firm and gripping on the palate with taut tannins, the Cavaliere shows his animating (Sangiovese) style in the course and keeps a good pressure until the long final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sangiovese pure sorter, aged 24 months in used barriques: A bewitching nose of ripe berries and leather, also floral components; the base harmonious, the vife acidity and the tannin in balance, the finish to notes of fresh plums. "I like it with its elegant design. Vinum

"Michele and Giacomo Satta have been producing this flagship Sangiovese from Bolgheri since the appellation's inception. Despite officially not being included in the DOC because of the use of 100% Sangiovese, this is still an iconic wine of Tuscany. From this year, researching the fragrance of fruit, they have started to vinify one-third of the harvest with whole clusters. The wine is pale ruby in colour, expressive of delicious and precise raspberry fruit with roasted nut toastiness. It shows great balance between its tight-knit structure of ripe tannins and crisp acidity." Decanter

"Michele Satta remains committed to the Sangiovese grape and may be the only producer in the Bolgheri appellation to produce a 100% expression of the mighty Tuscan grape. The 2016 Cavaliere pours from the bottle with a medium-dark appearance. The bouquet offers tertiary tones of leather and smoked bresaola followed by potting soil or tilled earth. This hot-climate expression shows a dark and savory side of Sangiovese." Robert Parker

"A very spicy red, driven by herbal undertones that guide dark plums and dark cherries forward. Chewy and structured palate that remains rich and decadent." James Suckling

Michele Sattas first plant bears his unmistakable signature: structured, strong in character, impressive. I Castagni is a fragrance of ripe fruits, spices and memories of damp earth. Full and lush, yet very elegant on the palate, silky tannins and immensely persistent. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is a big, dark, meaty and profound red. The 2015 Bolgheri Superiore I Castagni sings out with a baritone voice of leather, spice and dark fruit and broods with smoke and tar. What really sets it apart are the interesting notes of pecorino or Parmesan cheese rind. This Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Teroldego blend is aged in oak for 24 months." Robert Parker

This is the second vintage of the currently only Bolgheri Superiore, which is produced apart from the classic French Bordeaux grape varieties. It consists of 50% Sangiovese and 50% Syrah. Two grape varieties that the Sattas have studied for several decades and whose quality has convinced us and the international critics for many years. Marianova combines great aromatic breadth with a gigantic drinking pleasure and at the same time underlines the great individuality of the winery like no other wine.

Bright ruby red. In the nose a potpourri of spicy notes: spicy the Syrah and crisp the Sangiovese. Small red ripe berries and some blackberry essence mix with moist soil, smoke, tree bark and tar. This exceptional wine is carried by a bouquet of dark fruits and a fresh acidity, its impressive finish is infinitely long and powerful. SUPERIORE.DE

"3250 bottles are pressed by this Sangiovese and Syrah selection in its second vintage: an enchanting bouquet of cherries and spices; a smooth course with very well integrated powerful tannins and invigorating acidity, shows elegance until the final. Vinum

"Brilliant ruby violet with a slightly bright edge. A lot of present fruit, like mulberries and blueberries, in addition dark cherries, some spicy macchia smoke. A dense tannin with a sweet core, develops for a long time with a lot of pressure, tobacco in the final." Falstaff

"Marianova is the first Bolgheri Superiore to be made without any Bordeaux varietals. Instead it's a 50/50 blend of Syrah and Sangiovese, the idea of Michele Satta’s son Giacomo, first produced in 2015. Ruby red and restrained, it's focussed on vibrant raspberry and cherry aromas layered with indian spice notes and a touch of leathery character. It shows a firm yet ripe tannic structure with chewy acidity and a great savoury finish of toasted notes and prunes." Decanter

"Aromas of currants, crushed berries and walnuts, as well as chocolate. Full body, juicy tannins and beautiful fruit at the end. Big wine that needs time to soften. A blend of sangiovese and syrah." James Suckling

"On first nose, the 2016 Bolgheri Superiore Marianova (equal parts Syrah and Sangiovese) shows savory and barbecue-like aromas with teriyaki sauce and hickory smoke followed by plummy fruit and blackberry preserves. There is a note of sweetness with lots of spice, leather and tobacco at the edges. Of Michele Satta's releases, this wine is the most unlike him in that it is the most contemporary and enriched. This is the second vintage of Marianova (the winery’s latest creation) to be released." Robert Parker

This is the second vintage of the currently only Bolgheri Superiore, which is produced apart from the classic French Bordeaux grape varieties. It consists of 50% Sangiovese and 50% Syrah. Two grape varieties that the Sattas have studied for several decades and whose quality has convinced us and the international critics for many years. Marianova combines great aromatic breadth with a gigantic drinking pleasure and at the same time underlines the great individuality of the winery like no other wine.

Bright ruby red. In the nose a potpourri of spicy notes: spicy the Syrah and crisp the Sangiovese. Small red ripe berries and some blackberry essence mix with moist soil, smoke, tree bark and tar. This exceptional wine is carried by a bouquet of dark fruits and a fresh acidity, its impressive finish is infinitely long and powerful. SUPERIORE.DE

"3250 bottles are pressed by this Sangiovese and Syrah selection in its second vintage: an enchanting bouquet of cherries and spices; a smooth course with very well integrated powerful tannins and invigorating acidity, shows elegance until the final. Vinum

"Brilliant ruby violet with a slightly bright edge. A lot of present fruit, like mulberries and blueberries, in addition dark cherries, some spicy macchia smoke. A dense tannin with a sweet core, develops for a long time with a lot of pressure, tobacco in the final." Falstaff

"Marianova is the first Bolgheri Superiore to be made without any Bordeaux varietals. Instead it's a 50/50 blend of Syrah and Sangiovese, the idea of Michele Satta’s son Giacomo, first produced in 2015. Ruby red and restrained, it's focussed on vibrant raspberry and cherry aromas layered with indian spice notes and a touch of leathery character. It shows a firm yet ripe tannic structure with chewy acidity and a great savoury finish of toasted notes and prunes." Decanter

"Aromas of currants, crushed berries and walnuts, as well as chocolate. Full body, juicy tannins and beautiful fruit at the end. Big wine that needs time to soften. A blend of sangiovese and syrah." James Suckling

"On first nose, the 2016 Bolgheri Superiore Marianova (equal parts Syrah and Sangiovese) shows savory and barbecue-like aromas with teriyaki sauce and hickory smoke followed by plummy fruit and blackberry preserves. There is a note of sweetness with lots of spice, leather and tobacco at the edges. Of Michele Satta's releases, this wine is the most unlike him in that it is the most contemporary and enriched. This is the second vintage of Marianova (the winery’s latest creation) to be released." Robert Parker