Tuscany | Chianti

The Chianti Colli Senesi from Fattoria del Cerro is a dark, lively wine with beautiful fruit, minerality and leather aromas on the nose. Pleasantly round and balanced on the palate. A drinkable wine with a certain demand. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of raspberry, lavender, burnt lemon and dried oregano. It’s light-to medium-bodied with fine tannins and crisp acidity. Zesty and crunchy." James Suckling

Coltibuono's Cetamura is initially pleasantly striking with its rich ruby hue. Besides aromas of ripe cherries and wild berries, hints of spices appear, the solid taste is delicious and hearty. A nice drinking pleasure for every day. SUPERIORE.DE

The fresh, supple and very drinkable Casa Boschino is made from a similar blend of grapes as the Cerviolo, the star of the San Fabiano house. However, its grapes come from younger vineyards, so that it can be had for a sensationally low price. Very beautiful aromas of ripe blackberries, blackcurrants and Indian-like spices, full-bodied and with fine tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of blackberries, dark plums, mushrooms, tar and stones. It's medium-to full-bodied with firm, chewy tannins. Structured and tannic with a stony finish." James Suckling

Strong ruby garnet, violet reflections and light rim. Correct, delicious, clear, fruity, juicy, spicy, original and yet modern. Beautiful dark berry fruit, delicate wood and herbal spice and a hint of tobacco. This Chianti, from the inventor of Chianti and named after him, is worth every cent of its purchase price. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright, luminous ruby red. Very symphatic fruity nose of strawberries and small wild berries, notes of pepper, violets and liquorice. Harmonious on the palate, with medium pressure, open, clear, the well-dosed acidity invigorating and fresh. Very nice in the attack and course, drinkable. SUPERIORE.DE

"Floral, cherry nose with mineral nuances. Gentle grip of tannin, ripe fruit with a spicy finish." Decanter

Light straw yellow with greenish reflections. On the nose, some grapefruit, white flowers and freshly cut grass - the addition of a few percent Sauvignon Bianco gives it aromatic intensity and a certain depth. A sparkling white that finishes cheerfully with a light citrus note, making it a perfect terrace wine - solo or with light antipasti served cold. SUPERIORE.DE

Strong ruby red. Fresh aromas of red berries, violets, lavender and some cedar. Bright and fresh first impression, followed by a certain creaminess with ripe red cherry and plum flavours, complemented by a subtle underwood nuance. The final is juicy, clean and persistent. A wonderful food companion for every day. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very soft and delicious with sour cherries, light chocolate and some cedar. Medium-bodied with medium, round tannins and a delicious finish." James Suckling

Light pink colour and fresh aroma of cherry, strawberry and raspberry. Fine and fruity in the mouth, but also with good structure and persistence - it combines the aromas and elegance of a white wine with the structure of a young red wine. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright ruby red, inviting aroma of red fruits. Clear and supple on the palate. Very successful value. SUPERIORE.DE

Chianti Biskero by Salcheto is a juicy, open and cheerful drop. Black cherries and plums merge with sweet spices and dark, earthy notes. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense bouquet with promising notes of yellow fruits and flowers, some flint as well as herbs like camomile and laurel. Fresh and supple on the palate with good acidity. The finish ends with mineral notes typical of Vermentino, joined by aromas of citrus fruits and banana. SUPERIORE.DE

As the name Sasyr should tell us, this wine is a blend of Sangiovese and Syrah. Only 15 percent of the Sangiovese matures for six months in large oak barrels, the rest comes from stainless steel. Sasyr is a fresh and harmonious red wine for many occasions. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pleasant, plummy fruit here with a medium body, light tannins and a clean finish. Fresh blackberry comes through on the palate and then some fresh licorice on the finish." James Suckling

Intense ruby, initially emphatic earthy notes on the nose, then blackberries, spicy, slightly smoky. Good body with a firm core, juicy-fresh on the palate with well-proportioned tannin, a pleasant berry aroma on the final. SUPERIORE.DE

A fine and extremely affordable little Supertuscan from a very good house. Ruby red, it spreads a pleasantly fresh scent of red berries. Its fruity taste is round, very harmonious and persistent. SUPERIORE.DE

Light straw yellow with golden reflections. Floral bouquet of acacia flowers and lemon blossom with fruity notes reminiscent of exotic fruits and yellow-fleshed peaches, citrus peel in the background. Warm and round on the palate with a fresh and persistent finish, animating drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

This fresh Rosato takes its name from the "Crete Senesi", a landscape created by erosion, which is only a short distance from the winery. Pale pink in colour with a scent of red grapefruit with red berries and spices on the palate and a slight saltiness on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Vigna di Pallino offers an excellent quality-price ratio. Its bouquet shows the typical fruit and spice notes and a well-balanced acidity. Lively and buoyant on the palate, the primary aromas and juicy soft tannins correspond in beautiful balance and make this Sangiovese a wonderful companion to medium-bodied Tuscan cuisine. SUPERIORE.DE

The wines of La Badia have their clear style: Clean and traditionally vinified, they always give great pleasure. Intense ruby red, the bouquet with notes of forest fruits and spices, the full-bodied taste of the Roberto Stucchi is wonderfully smooth, the acidity well balanced and the finish clean and long-lasting. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red with a slightly light rim. Shows a little hazy on the nose, lightly of damp stones, some blood orange, fresh crisp cherries. Medium weight on the palate, delicate cherry fruit, slightly drying on the final." Falstaff

"A focused beam of cherry permeates this open, fruity style, with flashes of kirsch, earth, almond and wild rosemary. This is sleek and firms up on the compact finish." James Suckling

"The 2019 Chianti Classico RS Cultusboni is deep, fleshy and super-expressive. Tobacco, cedar and dried autumn leaves give the 2019 lovely aromatic presence. Deceptive in its mid-weight feel, the 2019 is beautifully layered and resonant from start to finish. It is another impressive wine in this range from Badia a Coltibuono. The 2019 is positively stellar and one of the best wines I have tasted here in some time." Vinous

Bright ruby red, notes of cherry, raspberry and violet. Delicately fine tannins, carried by a fresh acidity framework with subtle extract sweetness, round off the immensely good value and juicy Tuscan experience. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliantly shining garnet. Revealing aroma of fresh cherries and redcurrants, paired with green pepper and cloves, also delicate hints of cocoa bean. Hits the palate lively, with nice interplay between acidity and fruit, compact, fine-bodied, with good draw, nice fruit core, persistent on the finish." Falstaff

"Open and fluid, this red evokes blackberry and blueberry fruit, framed by earth and underbrush notes. There's a solid structure, with bright acidity in tandem with dusty tannins." Wine Spectator

"Plenty of sour-cherry and floral aromas with hints of orange peel. It’s medium-bodied with firm, silky tannins and a fresh, clean finish. Very typical Chianti Classico." James Suckling

Balanced Chianti Colli Senesi with abundant sweet cherry and plum aromas matched by spice and tobacco notes. Assertive tannins and a taut acidity make the Berardenga a complex version of the Senesi. SUPERIORE.DE

"Plenty of sweet cherries with some toasted oak and nuts in both the nose and palate. Bark, too. It's medium-bodied with firm, creamy tannins and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

"The 2019 Chianti Colli Senesi is a pleasantly bold, hearty wine packed with black cherry, game, leather, plum and spice essences. Pretty floral notes appear in the glass to brighten the finish. Readers will find a wine that is very typical of the Colli Senesi appellation." Vinous

Dark salmon pink. Strong berry nose, fresh on the palate, with beautiful Sangiovese fruit and the unmistakable character of the exceptional winery. A highly respectable rosato that tastes of pure Tuscany and is an excellent accompaniment to Mediterranean dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Rosato Fuori Misura is one of the most distinctive Rosés in Italy. It is a blend of early picked red grapes vinified with no skin contact and a saignée from their other wines in the range. Rich, deep and layered, the Fuori Misura will appeal most to readers looking for a serious, deep Rosé for the dinner table. The purity of the flavors is just remarkable." Vinous

Intense ruby red. Harmonious interplay of fruit, barrel and spice aromas in the bouquet, hearty and engaging taste, reminiscent of dark fruits, violets and spices. In the final, we can expect a lot of warmth and elegance despite all seriousness. As always with the fully certified organic winery: top value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Shiny, intense ruby with a slight garnet shimmer. Opens with slightly earthy notes, of red beet, then ripe cherry. Juicy and fresh on the palate, spreads out with fine-meshed tannin." Falstaff

"Garlic and pepper damsons, sour chery with a leafy note on the nose. Youthful and enjoyable on the palate, firm tannins." Decanter

"Red fruit, mushroom and smoked bacon on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with tight, chewy tannins. Lively acidity with structure and juicy character on the palate. Tight and savory." James Suckling

Less than 2,000 bottles of this Rosato are sold every year. Bright light red, delicate aromas of redcurrant and violet, plus mineral elements. At the palate memories of blood orange, fresh and lively the taste after red berries with marvellous mineral and floral nuances. Elegant in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Vin Ruspo means "stolen wine". Originally, the vineyard workers took a portion of the young must every year to drink as refreshment during and after work. Strong, sparkling rosé. Fruity, floral nose, fresh on the palate with good acid wire and a melting texture that makes this wine an excellent food companion or sun-drenched soloist. A sophisticated drop in its own right. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright cherry pink. In the nose very expressive of juicy cherries and ripe raspberries, a hint of violets. On the palate with a fruity core and well-integrated acidity, has nice structure, harmonious and coherent from A to Z, persistent." Falstaff

"The 2020 Rosato Vin Ruspo shows white strawberries, stems and all, along with hints of crushed stone and undergrowth. It’s silky, textured and pliant, offering notes of ripe melon and sweet spice. Hints of peach tea and a twang of sour citrus linger long." Vinous