Rocca delle Macie

Campo Maccione - a pure Vermentino from the sun-drenched vineyards of the Maremma, where the salty air of the sea is of decisive importance in the maturation of this ancient variety, as confirmed by the special aroma of the wine. Ten percent of the grapes are fermented in barriques and give it a slender stature that is pleasantly acidifying. In the nose lemony notes and aromas of light fruit and on the palate with hearty aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

"A straightforward and light white with citrus, white rose petals and green pears. Light body, easy acidity and a fruity finish." James Suckling

Generous aromas of fresh fruit, along with dried flowers, a light spiciness and moist earth. Then the taste is beautiful, with just the right tension of tannin, acidity and fruit that is typical of a straightforward Chianti Classico. SUPERIORE.DE

As the name Sasyr suggests, this wine is a mixture of Sangiovese and Syrah. Only 15 percent of 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

"Powerful, bright ruby red. In the nose very fruity with hints of fresh cherries and raspberries paired with juicy wild berries. It is youthful and juicy when drunk, fruity with a hint of fresh raspberries, medium length, very pleasant to drink, slightly salty in the finish". Falstaff

"A really pretty red, showing blood oranges, blueberries, crushed violets, dried herbs and some cedar. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh, tight finish. Drink now. Made from organically grown grapes." James Suckling

The Chianti Classico from Tenuta Sant' Alfonso is a very demanding wine with a very authentic flavour: red fruits, dried flowers and spices on the nose, followed by a firm, juicy taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2016 Chianti Classico Sant'Alfonso is very pretty. Soft, silky and inviting, the 2016 stands out for its polished feel and generous, open-knit personality. All the elements fall into place effortlessly, but what stands out most about the 2016 is its persistence. Floral notes brighten up the finish nicely." Antonio Galloni

"A modern style, driven by cherry and berry fruit, vanilla and milk chocolate flavors. Firm and tightening up, with plenty of grip and leafy elements on the back end." Wine Spectator

"A fresh and fruity wine with blueberries, chocolate and hazelnuts that follow through to a medium-to full-bodied palate with medium tannins and a clean finish. There are hints of vanilla at the end, suggesting a year or two of bottle age will make this even better. But why wait?" James Suckling

Traditional Chianti Classico Riserva from a very good vintage: ruby red, intense and refined bouquet with fruity aromas and a very soft vanilla-tobacco touch; persistent taste, well-balanced tannins, well defined body. Has good storage potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark glowing ruby red. Open nose, after raspberries and wild berries, honeydew melon, gentle spice underlines the bouquet. On the palate clear and fine, stretches beautifully, unfussy, medium body, balanced and harmonious until the final." Falstaff

"The 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva Famiglia Zingarelli is a forward, juicy wine for the vintage. Sweet dark cherry, leather, tobacco, spice, pine, cedar and dried flowers add aromatic nuance to this fruity, forward Riserva. Dollops of Colorino and Cabernet Sauvignon round out the blend. This is very nicely done." Vinous

"A ripe Chianti Classico with plum, light prune and orange-peel character. Hints of mahogany, too. Full body. Fine tannins and a fresh finish. Ripe style to this." James Suckling

"Sweet ripe plum and black cherry fruit counter the leather, earth and macchia flavors in this expressive red. Well-built, with dusty tannins and a savory aftertaste." Wine Spectator

Fragrant of berries and wild herbs, also on the palate stylistically flawless, of balanced spiciness, warm and with ripe, red fruit aromas. Very pleasant and long fading. SUPERIORE.DE

"This offers aromas of red-skinned berry, forest floor and a whiff of cedar. The structured palate offers dried black cherry, clove, licorice and mocha flavors framed in firm, fine-grained tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"One of the highlights in this range, the 2014 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Riserva di Fizzano offers lovely depth and up-front appeal. Succulent black cherry, plum, espresso, smoke, licorice and leather notes wrap around the palate in this juicy, open-knit wine. This is very nicely done." Antonio Galloni

"This is extremely well done for the vintage with dense fruit and lots of chocolate, berry and hints of walnut. Medium to full body, juicy undertones and a long and flavorful finish." James Suckling

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

Bright red with ruby reflections. Blueberry and cherry, hints of plums, leather and spicy notes. In the taste nuances of hazelnut, fleshy-full notes. Mineral and persistent in the finish. A great wine! SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense, bright ruby red with a shiny core. Fine nose of very ripe cherries, dried rose petals and delicate violets. A very smooth palate, enveloped in velvety tannins and a juicy draft, spans a wide arch and slowly builds up in many layers, remarkable elegance, great finish". Falstaff

"This red shows red plums, raspberries and hints of light cedar. Medium to full body, soft and juicy tannins and a nice finish." James Suckling

"The team at Rocca delle Macìe hits an impressive stride with the 2014 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Sergio Zingarelli. This was not an easy growing season, but a commitment has evidently been taken here to severely limit fruit selection to only the best clusters. The wine opens to dark fruit tones of dried cherry and blackberry with spice, leather and tar. You also get that unique aroma of crushed stones that is so specific to Chianti Classico." Robert Parker

"This shows richness and breadth, featuring notes of plum, coffee, iron and leather, punctuated by cherry hints and tangy acidity. Finishes firm and dense, with a fresh feel." Wine Spectator

Ruby red, intense and refined bouquet with fruity aromas and a very soft touch of vanilla and tobacco; persistent taste, well balanced tannins, well defined body. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, intense ruby with a fine garnet hue. Intense and finely drawn nose, full of ripe cherries, plums and raspberries, underlaid with cinnamon tones. Firm and substantial on the palate, well built, much fine-meshed, dense tannin, covered with sweet enamel, very long finish". Falstaff

"A firm and silky red with blueberry, blackberry and cherry aromas and flavors. Medium body, firm tannins. Hazelnut and chocolate undertones. Very structured and linear." James Suckling

"A broad, meaty red, this offers black cherry, plum, leather and spice flavors. A solid mineral element emerges as this builds to a long aftertaste. Balanced, this has a power that should be matched to grilled meat." Wine Spectator

Bright red with ruby reflections. Blueberry and cherry, hints of plums, leather and spicy notes. In the taste nuances of hazelnut, fleshy-full notes. Mineral and persistent in the finish. A great wine! SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2013 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Sergio Zingarelli is this estate's most ambitious wine. This Gran Selezione is robust and powerfully endowed in terms of its aromatic impact. In contrast, the mouthfeel is more streamlined and fine. This blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Colorino walks a fine line between bulk and finesse. The texture is silky and the wine offers pretty notes of dried cherry, plum and toasted spice on the finish." Robert Parker

"A tangy and fruity red with dark berry, dark chocolate and spice character. Medium to full body, lightly chewy tannins and a bright finish. A little extracted now." James Suckling

Bright red with ruby reflections. Blueberry and cherry, hints of plums, leather and spicy notes. In the taste nuances of hazelnut, fleshy-full notes. Mineral and persistent in the finish. A great wine! SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense, bright ruby red with a shiny core. Fine nose of very ripe cherries, dried rose petals and delicate violets. A very smooth palate, enveloped in velvety tannins and a juicy draft, spans a wide arch and slowly builds up in many layers, remarkable elegance, great finish". Falstaff

"This red shows red plums, raspberries and hints of light cedar. Medium to full body, soft and juicy tannins and a nice finish." James Suckling

"The team at Rocca delle Macìe hits an impressive stride with the 2014 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Sergio Zingarelli. This was not an easy growing season, but a commitment has evidently been taken here to severely limit fruit selection to only the best clusters. The wine opens to dark fruit tones of dried cherry and blackberry with spice, leather and tar. You also get that unique aroma of crushed stones that is so specific to Chianti Classico." Robert Parker

"This shows richness and breadth, featuring notes of plum, coffee, iron and leather, punctuated by cherry hints and tangy acidity. Finishes firm and dense, with a fresh feel." Wine Spectator

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-garnet color and a pretty aromatic display that spans from dried berry and cassis 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 offers density, 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